Coinciding with Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the day-long celebration featured speeches from Tulsa’s top tribal leaders and cultural demonstrations from Native performers.
Author Archives: Tim Landes
Tim Landes is the food, arts and culture editor at the Tulsa Flyer. Prior to joining the inaugural editorial team at the Tulsa Flyer, Tim spent a decade managing media relations for Cherokee Nation businesses, co-created the Cherokee Nation’s online newsroom, the Anadisgoi, and worked as a digital and features editor for the TulsaPeople Magazine. Now, he is dedicated to covering Tulsa’s art scene where community creatives are pushing boundaries and creating a stronger culture. He currently serves as the vice chair for the Cherokee Phoenix editorial board and is a board member of the Tulsa Press Club.
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Parade, festival and Cain’s concert headline Tulsa’s Native American Day celebration
Dream Keepers Park will be home to a parade, stomp dance and other performances before the festivities move to Cain’s for a Native American Song Swap.
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After a $140.9M transformation, Gilcrease Museum is ready to open its doors in March
Closed since 2021, Gilcrease will begin welcoming visitors to view its 300,000-item collection in March.
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Tulsa brunch favorite Wildflower Cafe is back on the menu in downtown’s Cathedral District
The beloved brunch spot closed its Route 66 diner in January. Its doors are back open in downtown Tulsa with the same familiar faces, plus a few new menu items.
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Greenwood Film Festival wants Black creators to see future for themselves in Oklahoma film industry
Films on fatherhood, faith and justice from independent filmmakers will take center stage at the Tulsa festival, which runs from Sept. 6-10.
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There’s a new spot to get a steak and cocktail in midtown Tulsa. Palace Rooms is open.
Palace Rooms is the sister restaurant to Lollipops Woodfire & Grocery, which opened in May. The slightly more upscale space offers a wide alcohol selection, along with a menu of apps and entrees.
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No more mountainous nachos in the Arts District as Misfit Kitchen closes
After two years on North Main, the downtown restaurant will host its final service Aug. 2.
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Don Thompson bore witness to Tulsa history. Now his photography is in the spotlight at Hulett Collection.
Don Thompson captured the impact of urban renewal policies on Greenwood. A Cherry Street gallery puts the 88-year-old photographer on center stage through September.
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Tulsa R&B singer Donny Vinn explores his American dreams through new EP
In “Boy Americana,” the ORU grad examines everything from situationships to the meaning of freedom. Donny Vinn will perform the new songs Friday at Belafonte.
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Find all the days and ways to celebrate the Fourth of July and America’s 250th birthday in the Tulsa area
Trying to figure out where you’re bringing the family or friends to spend the Fourth? We round up the major fireworks displays and parties across the Tulsa area.
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As America celebrates 250th birthday, Gilcrease Museum examines Native nations and the Revolution
Opening June 15, the exhibit features a handwritten copy of the Declaration of Independence and explorations of struggles between Native nations and colonists.
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Our insider’s guide to Tulsa Tough, from parties to parking
Tulsa’s premier cycling competition and party takes over the city June 5-7. From navigating the road closures to finding the races, here are our top tips for the event.