TULSA INSPIRES A NEW KIND OF LIVING “We were so impressed with our mortgage experience, we moved everything to TTCU.” – Matt N., TTCU member We’re local. We’re global. And proud to be both. Linde Engineering North America Inc. is part of the fabric of Tulsa. Our role in the everyday items you use and commitment to our community help make Tulsa and the world a better place to live. We engineer and build plants for gas processing, LNG and deep cryogenics - here in Tulsa and worldwide. After moving five times to five different cities, Matt came home to Tulsa – and TTCU. He said, “A mortgage is the largest purchase you’ll probably ever make. You need a friend, someone who watches out for your best interest. Choosing TTCU for our mortgage was the best decision ever.” Life is better in balance.® To learn more about our 100% local mortgages and our 100% financing 918-749-8828 | www.ttcu.com option, call, click or come by. #wechilleditfirst With approved credit (WAC) | Some restrictions apply | Property and/or flood insurance may be required | Fixed rate only No down payment required for 100% financing. | For example: 80% of the loan is a 30-year fixed with an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 4.33%. The payment per $1,000 financed would be $4.92. 20% of the loan is a 15-year fixed with an APR of Linde Engineering North America Inc. 6.75%. The payment per $1,000 financed would be $8.82. | Federally insured by NCUA www.leamericas.com ttcu_chamb_reloc_mort_2_18.indd 1 2/14/18 12:35 PM TULSA IS ... vibrant (PANORAMA SKYLINE) Urban Revitalization ..............................9 Historic Neighborhoods ....................... 11 Surrounding Communities ................. 12 Shopping.................................................. 13 Unique Entertainment Districts ....... 14 Alternative Transportation................. 15 family-friendly Museums & Attractions .......................17 Fairs & Festivals ................................... 18 Sports ....................................................... 19 active WELCOME. Outdoor Experiences ........................... 21 Geographically, Tulsa sits at the crossroads of America. Metaphorically, it is the crossroads of America. Special Events ....................................... 22 Lake Activities ...................................... 23 It’s where creative expression, sophistication, and down-to-earth hospitality all converge in a lush natural setting to redefine what it creative means to be a new, millennial city. Tulsa in the Spotlight.......................... 25 Tulsa is unique in that it offers an enviable low cost of living combined Visual Artists ......................................... 26 with big city attractions and amenities. From world-class parks, museums, Tulsa Arts Fellowship ......................... 26 and legendary music venues to renowned shopping districts and notable Creative Hotspots .................................27 restaurants, Tulsa offers an unexpected, dynamic quality of life without Music & Arts Festivals ........................27 the sticker shock of other cities. And while we’re clearly biased, it’s not a stretch to say that Tulsa is a historic wonderfully uncomplicated city that caters to you and what you want Route 66 ................................................. 29 out of life. Art Deco Masterpieces ....................... 30 Historic Oil Baron Mansions .............. 31 Black Wall Street .................................. 31 entrepreneurial Education ................................................33 Specialized Industries ..........................34 Entrepreneurial Business Organizations & Resources ................34 4 Published by the Tulsa Regional Chamber. Design by Littlefield Agency. 5 WHEN YOU FOCUS ON QUALITY OF LIFE, there are few cities in America, or even the world, that compare to Tulsa’s livability. From boasting a low cost of living to short commute times to endless conveniences, it’s an easy go that doesn’t break the bank. MSA POPULATION: top 10 BEST CITY FOR 964,340 MOST BUDGET-FRIENDLY young METROS MEDIAN AGE: entrepreneurs (Apartment Guide) 37 (Forbes) COST OF LIVING: 12% below national average no. 1 MOST affordable bang for AVERAGE PER CAPITA INCOME: $65,434 city your buck IN THE U.S. APARTMENT RENT AVERAGE HOUSE COST: (Relocate America) (Apartment Guide) $192,223 AVERAGE APARTMENT RENT: $600 AVERAGE ENERGY COST PER MONTH: $126.88 6 7 URBAN REVITALIZATION Tulsa’s historic city center and neighboring communities are enjoying a renewal of spirit with the influx of young professionals and families, encouraging community-centric development and unique cultural experiences. guthrie green TULSA This unique, downtown public park serves as an outdoor performance center on special occasions and plays host to Food Truck Wednesday, every week spring through fall. Guthrie Green woody guthrie center INSPIRES This dynamic museum features state-of-the-art exhibits, an extensive outreach and education program, and a concert series that celebrates the legacy of one of America’s most influential folk artists. the bob dylan archive™ VIBRANT Complete with more than 6,000 items spanning the length of Bob Dylan’s career, this legendary collection is a treasure chest for scholars and fans of arguably the greatest songwriter of the late 20th century. AHHA Tulsa hardesty arts center: ahha tulsa COMMUNITY This dynamic destination features a contemporary art gallery, two creative studios, and a third-floor terrace for event rental that overlooks downtown. It’s the anchor for Tulsa’s popular First Friday Art Crawl. bok center ENGAGEMENT Celebrating a decade of concerts, rodeos, sports, and other special events, this incredible arena was designed by world-renowned architect, Cesar Pelli. It attracts big name acts and performers. cain’s ballroom BOK Center Considered the home of Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys, Cain’s is one CONNECTIVITY. COLLABORATION. CULTURE. These are the cornerstones of of the last and most famous honky tonks in the country. Today, it’s a what makes Tulsa a lively and engaged community. It’s artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, business favorite destination among musicians and bands, covering a full spectrum leaders, politicians, activists, and families working together toward a dynamic vision of not only what of music. a city can be but what a city should be. brady theater Originally designed as a municipal auditorium and convention hall in 1914, this legendary venue has played host to every- one from David Copperfield to Robin Williams to U2 to BB King to The Flaming Lips. Cain’s Ballroom 8 9 HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS Welcome home to where yesteryear charm and character meets modern chic. Tulsa is known for its many diverse and historical residential districts, bordering the city center. While the majority of these popular neighborhoods can be found in what Tulsans commonly refer to as Midtown, just south of downtown, some unique neighborhoods can be found a short drive north as well. GATHERING PLACE, TULSA’S RIVERFRONT PARK brady heights owen park Just north of downtown, this area is considered by the Directly west of Tulsa’s city center, Owen Park has a rich Lots of cities have notable parks but very few have a crown jewel like Gathering Place. This 100-acre, world-class urban National Register of Historic Places to be the most history that can be traced back to early territorial days. park is situated in the heart of Tulsa along the Arkansas River. Rivaled only by such legendary and visionary public spaces complete pre-1920 neighborhood surviving in Tulsa. as Central Park in New York City and Millenium Park in Chicago, Gathering Place blends nature within an urban setting, ranch acres providing Tulsans and visitors more space to play, relax, and gather together along the river. The park includes features buena vista park Designated in 2007 as Ranch Acres National Historic such as a lodge, boathouse, nature walks, two land bridges connecting the two sides of river parks, sporting areas, multiple This small but noteworthy neighborhood boasts a nice District, this neighborhood is celebrated as featuring an age-appropriate playgrounds, and a pond. collection of residential architecture dating back between excellent collection of mid-century, ranch-style houses built 1913 and 1933. after World War II. gillette riverview This unique neighborhood is comprised of thirty-one single Residents of the Riverview neighborhood enjoy being within family residences and six duplexes built between 1922 walking distance of the Arkansas River and RiverPark park oneok field: drillers stadium philbrook downtown and 1941. It’s just east from the lively action of Midtown’s areas as well as being conveniently located two miles south Built in 2010, ONEOK Field is home to the Tulsa A satellite facility of Philbrook Museum of Art popular Cherry Street district. of downtown. Drillers of the AA Texas League. It’s located in the offering exhibitions of Native American and burgeoning historic Greenwood district downtown contemporary works. maple ridge swan lake and is a favorite family destination. One of the largest historic neighborhoods in Tulsa, Considered Tulsa’s first playground, Swan Lake neighborhood Maple Ridge runs along the Arkansas River and borders actually began as Orcutt Lake, where Tulsans could swim, okpop museum Gathering Place park. Its heritage and architectural diversity fish, and boat. Now it’s home to a large collection of Soon to break ground, this museum will celebrate the is as notable as the oil and banking magnates who called it waterfowl