Culture & Recreation
When we say "the heart of Oklahoma", fine arts, culture and
recreation is what we mean.
Whether it is World Class art, opera and ballet or just an
escape to the zoo, the City has a lot to offer. These sections
cover the many opportunities to learn and experience more about the
spirit, culture and history of Tulsa.
Section Highlights...
Tulsa
Parks
The City of Tulsa manages 125 parks covering roughly 6,000 acres
including nature centers, golf courses, Tulsa Zoo & Living
Museum, Tulsa Garden Center, 21 swimming pools, 197 sports fields,
83 playgrounds, 109 tennis courts, 28 water playgrounds, The River
SkatePark, 69 picnic shelters, 11 community centers, fitness
facilities, gymnasiums, meeting rooms and facilities, trails and
more.
We appreciate your support of Tulsa Parks.
Click here to see a letter sent to Tulsa Park
Supporters, regarding recent Community Center closings.
Tulsa
Zoo
Situated on 70 beautifully landscaped acres, and with nearly
1,500 animals - many of them endangered and rare - visitors can
enjoy all that nature has to offer at the Tulsa Zoo.
Gilcrease Museum
Where the story of the American West unfolds. The art collection
includes over 10,000 paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures by
400 artists from colonial times to the present.
Performing Arts Center
When the lights go down and the curtain goes up, you're about to
experience the finest in arts and entertainment at the Tulsa
Performing Arts Center
Tulsa Garden
Center
The Tulsa Garden Center's purpose is to provide a variety of
horticulture educational opportunities and experiences for a wide
range of citizens.
