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OKPOP Uncovers History As Museum Begins to Take Shape Districts Vol. 51, No. 4 Published bimonthly by the Oklahoma Historical Society, serving since 1893 July/August 2020 OKPOP uncovers history as museum begins to take shape Districts. “Being part of the continued economic and cultural development of this area is important,” said Moore. “The other efforts from private companies and cultural entities such as the Greenwood Rising History Center and the Bob Dylan Center will result in this part of North Tulsa becoming a destination for visi- tors from across the country.” Contractors on the project are eager to help create this space to honor Oklahoma’s creative spirit. “Our excitement continues as we partner with the Oklahoma Historical Society on our state’s iconic project, OKPOP,” said Michael Feamster of Nabholz Con- struction. “The tremendous progress on-site reflects a seamless experience working with Jeff Moore and his team.” The concrete slabs were poured in early June, and by the end of August the public will have an idea of the size and scale of the building. “This project has been a dream for more than a decade, and as this structure becomes a Nabholz Construction builds the footings in reality, it embodies the hard work preparation to pour the foundation for OKPOP. of the staff, as well as the part- nership with the people of Okla- It is with excitement that the OKPOP project moved into the homa and Oklahoma’s creatives,” construction phase earlier this spring. A groundbreaking cer- said Oklahoma Historical Society emony took place on October 23, 2019, followed by work to Executive Director Dr. Bob Black- update and relocate the power lines that service two blocks of burn. “There have been so many North Main Street in downtown Tulsa. The OKPOP team worked supporters of this project along closely with Public Service Company of Oklahoma, the Tulsa the way: Steve Ripley, Jamie Old- Arts District Property Owners aker, Garth Brooks, Wanda Jack- Association, the City of Tulsa, son, Roy Clark, Mary Kay Place, and the Tulsa Development Au- Alfre Woodard, Jeanne Tripple- thority to complete the burial of horn, Wes Studi, Ernie Fields Jr., power lines that benefit multi- Leon Russell’s wife Jan Bridges, ple property owners and devel- JJ Cale’s wife Christine Cale, and opment projects. of course the Bob Wills family. It is the mission of OKPOP to Nabholz Construction was se- bring all of these stories and collections back to Oklahoma to lected as the general contractor showcase them in a state-of-the-art facility that all Oklahomans for OKPOP and is coordinating can be proud of. And what better place to house this history efforts with the various subcon- than across the street from the sacred ground of historic Cain’s Ballroom,” continued Blackburn. Construction will continue into the fall of 2021, followed by several months spent installing highly immersive exhibits, pub- lic art projects, and multimedia theater experiences, culminat- ing with an opening in the year 2022. tractors. The project began with excavation of the site to prepare for the pour- ing of piers and founda- tion walls. One interesting development during this part of the project was the discovery of two fuel tanks One of two fuel tanks discovered at that were used in a gas sta- the OKPOP construction site as tion, which was built in the excavation began. 1920s and operated by the Harvey Young Oil Company. “It is almost certain that Bob Wills fueled his fleet of Buicks during his touring days at this service station when he began performing at Cain’s Ballroom in 1935,” said OKPOP Executive Director Jeffrey Moore. A construction crane was installed on-site the first week of May. The OKPOP crane joined three other cranes in operation The concrete slab and building pillars on other construction projects in the Tulsa Arts and Greenwood forming the first-floor footprint of OKPOP. ning the ability to generate community Black history is support, manage resources, and cham- pion the cause of Oklahoma history. Oklahoma history Foremost, the new executive director The senseless deaths of George Floyd must have a passion for the story of Okla- and so many other Black Americans, and homa and its people. The search commit- the protests that occurred in response, tee and the entire board of directors know have gripped Oklahomans, Americans, Director’s that a person with the greatest organiza- Column and the world alike. As an educational tional skills will fall short of expectations organization and a dedicated community if he or she is not willing to travel the partner, the Oklahoma Historical Society state, interact with all communities, and (OHS) has long believed that one impor- guide the conversation of what to collect, tant step toward ending racism and in- what to preserve, and what to share. justice is a better understanding of our The board of directors will create a short shared history. By providing resources list of candidates to interview on July 22, that give context for the Black experience and hopefully hire my replacement at the in Oklahoma, we hope to spark civil dis- By Dr. Bob L. Blackburn October 28 meeting. The new executive course and open dialogue about the role Executive Director director will report for duty on January of race in the history of our state. While 4, 2021. After serving the Oklahoma Historical these conversations about our past may As for me, I may not be in the adminis- not be comfortable, they are necessary to Society for 41 years, I still enjoy coming to trative offices every day thereafter, but I work every day. But like the four seasons understand where we have been and how will still be a historian writing books, giv- we can best move forward together. and life itself, all things must change. I ing speeches, and finding collections that just announced my retirement effective During its 127-year history, the Okla- fill the gaps of our diverse story. Although homa Historical Society has collected January 15, 2021. Debbie and I may find a vacation home in It was not an easy decision. I like the and shared the story of Oklahoma. In the Colorado to be near our grandson, we will 1980s, the OHS began a concerted effort people I work with. I enjoy the collec- never leave Oklahoma. Both of us have tions and projects I work on. And I even to engage with Oklahoma’s Black commu- invested too much and still have much nity—to listen to their stories and share welcome the challenges that test our te- to do. nacity. Still, it is time to make a smooth their experiences. While we have made I look forward to writing more, exploring both mistakes and significant strides, we transition to a new leader who can use topics that require more time to research, the assets we have assembled and lead will continue to do better and do more. and, most of all, learning more about As new voices call for change, the OHS the team to even more accomplishments. Oklahoma history. I still have a burning We have created a strong foundation. stands committed to our mission to col- curiosity about your families, your com- lect, preserve, and share the history and For the Oklahoma Historical Society, munities, and the events that bind us the search for a new executive director culture of all Oklahomans. Learn more together. Hopefully, I can continue con- and browse free resources related to the has already started. For the past year we necting the dots of history. have been analyzing the role of the execu- Black experience in Oklahoma at www. Yes, like the four seasons and life itself, okhistory.org/blackhistory. tive director, a combination of what I have all things must change. What will never done and what still needs to be done. change is my devotion to the Oklahoma Protesters in From that conversation involving mem- Historical Society and the quest to tell June 1964 bers of the OHS Board of Directors, the our story. staff, donors, and partners, we have de- (Oklahoma Publishing veloped a job description that has already Company been distributed. The job description em- Photography phasizes three areas of strength, span- Collection, OHS). Development News Oklahoma Historical Society By Larry O’Dell Membership Office 405-522-5242 Due to the closures of our museums, historic [email protected] sites, and affiliates this spring in response to the Mistletoe Leaves (USPS 018-315) is published bimonthly by the Okla- homa Historical Society, 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK COVID-19 pandemic, the Oklahoma Historical Society pivoted to focus on providing 73105-7917. Periodicals postage paid at Oklahoma City, OK (ISSN 1932- online content. Without physical facilities in which to share exhibits and programming, 0108) POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Mistletoe Leaves, 800 Nazih the OHS wanted to share the state’s story with as many people as possible using the Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73105-7917. tools available to us. Those efforts can be found on the social media pages of our mu- By authorization of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) Board of seums and sites and on our website, www.okhistory.org. This work may look different Directors, 4,400 copies are prepared at a cost of $974.72 bimonthly. The publication is financed in part with federal funds from the National Park from what you traditionally expect during a museum visit, but it still requires staff time Service, United States Department of the Interior. Contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policies and financial resources. The lack of events and admissions over the past few months of the Oklahoma Historical Society or the United States Department of the Interior.
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