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Broken Arrow is a city of about 115,000 people just southeast of Tulsa, the largest suburb in the Tulsa area. It was founded in 1902 along a new railroad line in what was then the Creek Nation, and it takes its name from a Muscogee Creek community whose people had settled in the area after removal from the Southeast.
The heart of the city is the Rose District, a revitalized historic downtown along Main Street with boutiques, restaurants, breweries, murals and a farmers market. Nearby are the Museum Broken Arrow, the Military History Center and the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center, which hosts touring shows and concerts.
Outside downtown, Ray Harral Nature Park offers trails and gardens, and every holiday season the Rhema Christmas lights draw huge crowds. Each spring the city holds Rooster Days, one of the oldest festivals in Oklahoma. Tulsa's museums and riverfront are about 20 minutes away.
Broken Arrow's revitalized downtown along Main Street, with more than 50 boutiques, restaurants, breweries, murals and event spaces in historic buildings. It hosts a farmers market, concerts and festivals throughout the year. Park once and walk; evenings are lively, especially on weekends.
A local history museum in the Rose District, on the site of the old Kentucky Colonel Hotel, with exhibits on the Muscogee Creek roots of the city, the railroad founding, farming and community life. It also hosts traveling exhibits and events. Plan about an hour and combine it with a walk down Main Street.
A museum on Main Street honoring veterans, with uniforms, weapons, vehicles, medals and personal stories spanning the Revolutionary War to recent conflicts, many tied to Oklahoma service members. Volunteers, often veterans, share their knowledge. Admission is low cost; check opening days before visiting.
A modern performing arts center that hosts touring Broadway productions, concerts, comedy and local school and community performances. The main hall offers good sightlines and acoustics. Check the season schedule and book early for popular touring shows, which often sell out.
A 40-acre park with a nature center, walking trails through woods and prairie, pollinator gardens and picnic areas, offering a quiet escape inside the city. The nature center runs programs for children and families. It is free, and early mornings are best for birdwatching and cooler walks.
A huge free holiday light display on the Rhema Bible Church campus, running since 1982, with millions of lights covering trees, buildings and animated scenes across the grounds. It runs from late November through December. Go on a weeknight, dress warmly and expect traffic near the entrance at peak hours.
One of the oldest community festivals in Oklahoma, held each spring since the early 1930s, with a parade, carnival rides, live music, food vendors and craft booths. The whole city turns out for it. Visit on the Saturday for the parade, and park away from the festival grounds.
A Native American owned brewery in a historic building in the Rose District, pouring house-made ales and lagers with a relaxed taproom and patio. It often hosts food trucks, trivia and live music. Try a tasting flight, then continue on to the restaurants nearby along Main Street.
A family-owned farm on about 15 acres where visitors can pick their own blueberries in early summer, along with seasonal vegetables such as asparagus, corn, potatoes and carrots. It is a pleasant outing for families. Check the farm's updates for picking days, go early in the morning and bring containers.
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