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Cann Memorial Garden |
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14th &
Grand
(580) 767-0430
Gardens open daily, Free Admission. |
A 10
acre estate located in the heart of Ponca City.
The estate was given to the City of Ponca City by Elsie Cann
Brown, daughter of L. A. and Mary Cann in August 1975, in memory of her
parents with the stipulation that it would be
maintained as a memorial garden for use of the people of Ponca City.
A two story farm house built in 1908 has been refurbished with a
beautiful shaded patio area with over 2,500 feet of brick walkways.
There is also a formal garden containing several hundred varieties of
annuals and perennials planted in unique color displays. There are over
70 species of trees that have been planted since 1980.
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Centennial Plaza & City Hall |
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5th &
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its backdrop of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, features the
dramatic Centennial Monument of a settler stepping off his horse to
stake his claim. Feel history beneath your feet with 6,527 named bricks
of homesteaders, their descendants, and present day Ponca Citizens. Also
featured at the plaza is the War Memorial Fountain and statue of E.W.
Marland, one of Ponca City’s oil barons of the 1920’s. |
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Conoco Museum |
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501 West
South Avenue
Open Daily: Mon–Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sun 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Contact: Carla O'Neill 580-765-8687
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oil history in the new interactive museum. Films, hands-on activities
and detailed visuals along with an extensive collection of artifacts,
photographs and other historical items make this a must when you're in
Ponca City. |
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Lew Wentz Memorial Golf Course, Pool, & Camp |
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Lew Wentz Camp & Pool
2928 LA Cann Drive
(580) 767-0436
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The beautiful Lew Wentz camp
and pool nestles between Lake Ponca and lovely Lew Wentz golf course.
Recreate yourself with swimming, volleyball, softball or horseshoes.
Outlets for motor homes, cabins and a large dining hall are available
for group rental. Call for information or reservations.
Pool Opens on Memorial Day - Labor Day. Small admission fee. Camp rental
(groups only) May - October. Dining Hall rental available March -
October.
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Marland's Grand Home |
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1000 E. Grand
(580) 767-0427
Open Tue - Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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home on Grand had one of the first indoor swimming pools in the state
and eight acres of formal gardens - just imagine. Lydie and George (Marland's
adopted children) were the bee's knee around town and often entertained.
Maybe a moonlight dance on the patio. Visit Marland's first home today
and see the, Indian Museum, D.A.R. Memorial Room and 101 Ranch
memorabilia. |
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Marland Estate Mansion |
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901 Monument Rd.
(580) 767-0420
Open Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
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Marland modeled his dream home
after the Davanzati Palace in Florence, Italy. Breathtaking beautiful,
this "Palace on the Prairie" denotes incredible attention to detail with
Waterford crystal chandeliers and hand-painted and gold-leaf ceilings.
Today Marland's gracious home and grounds are open for touring and still
provide the backdrop for lavish galas, balls and festivals.
The grand Marland Estate Mansion, one of America's castles, is a
showplace containing approximately 48,000 square feet spread over four
floors - complete with leather-lined elevator, twelve bathrooms, three
kitchens, and elegant ballroom with 24-karat gold leaf-covered ceiling
worth over $1.4 million, and seven fireplaces. The workmanship and
beauty provide an aura of simplicity in grandeur, impossible to
reproduce today. The Mansion is a national historical landmark. Come
explore the Legacy of E. W. Marland. |
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101 Ranch Roadside Picnic Area |
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Five miles South of Highway 60
on Highway 156
www.101ranchOTA.com
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| A National Historic Landmark,
this picnic area commemorates the 101 Ranch which was home to the
hundreds of participants in the famous 101 Wild West Show. This show,
which traveled throughout the world in the 1920's, featured sharp
shooters, trick riders, ropers and Indians in full regalia. Come explore
the legacy of the 101 Ranch. |
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Pioneer Woman Statue & Museum |
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14th Street (Highway 177)
& Lake Road
(580) 765-6108
Open Monday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (closed
on Sunday & State
holidays)
Small admission fee.
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The Pioneer Woman Statue,
a 17 foot bronze on the national Register of Historic Places, was
commissioned by E. W. Marland. The newly expanded museum features exhibits
of women who have made outstanding "pioneering" contributions in space,
photography and medicine as well as settling a new land.
The museum offers a variety of exhibits several times throughout the
year significant to women.
Available for viewing or purchase are videotapes of the "I See No Boundaries" series of interviews involving
eight Kay county women who have made significant achievements in their
personal and/or professional lives. |
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Standing Bear Native American Park, Statue, Museum
& Education Center |
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Northwest corner of Highways
60 and 177
(580) 762-1514
Park open Daily 6 a.m. - 11p.m.
Museum is open Monday -
Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. -
2 p.m. Closed on
Sunday
Gift shop.
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| A monumental tribute to all
Native Americans, this 22-foot bronze statue of Ponca Chief Standing
Bear was created by Cowboy Artist of America, Oreland C. Joe. The
surrounding Park and museum features information about the Native
American culture and specifically honors the six tribes around Ponca
City. Ten audio centers tell Standing Bear's story and describe the
highlights of the Park, which is lit at night. The museum offers
outstanding Native American Art and a gift shop. |
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