Tulsa is like a rich people town. Barely any walking space on the roads. Real rich people live in the deep south of Tulsa , while the poor and homeless thrive around Admiral Flea Market central , West Tulsa ( Sand Springs ) and of course 61st and S. Peoria ( the new North Tulsa ) if you get my drift. The city has potential but it needs some serious industrial development and progressive programs. Too many homeless people from Arkansas ( i may add ).
Back in the historic old days, a lot of cities had money and were able to afford very expensive elaborate buildings. These days, it’s probably less likely since a lot of cities aren’t as prominent as they used to be.
The art deco architecture in Tulsa is directly linked to it's time as the Oil Capital. The oil boom funded much of the construction during a time when that style was popular.
Oklahoman here, grew up in the Tulsa area. Thank you for doing my part of the world justice with accuracy and respect! You just won yourself a new subscriber!
Oklahoma also has great fresh water streams, rivers, lakes. Boating, fishing, hiking, camping, scenery! Also they have a great Zoo. Wildlife. All that I love. A diverse population which I love! Most people are friendly and welcoming. We got to visit the original burial place of the Gilcrease family. On my neighbors land. Thier cemetery was there. I have found interesting artifacts from an old fresh water spring that is tucked in the hills where I grew up. I still own that part. I always wanted to make it into a park area! My piece of heaven, my name for it.
I would love to visit Tulsa someday because of the parks, but didn’t realize how many Art Deco buildings they actually have. I’ve become a big fan of this unique style. I did not know about half the things you mentioned, so Bravo! As Oklahoma’s second city, Tulsa is always in the shadow of Oklahoma City. Nice to see such a great video spotlighting this place. 😎🥇⭐️🎤 🏙
Thanks for another kind comment! I always greatley appreciate it. I've also become a fan of art deco over the past few years and was surprised to see how much there was in Tulsa. It's a great city!
"As Oklahoma’s second city, Tulsa is always in the shadow of Oklahoma City." -------------------------------------------------------------------- Yes, there's a number of reasons for that. As Tulsa is my hometown I rather think that's good. Tulsa has not yet been "discovered" by the national media like Okla. City has. The press refers to Tulsa as "Tulsa Oklahoma" (instead of just Tulsa), as if some clueless joe might think Tulsa was some small town in Alaska or New Hampshire. In our culture, when you've got a good thing going, as Tulsa has, it's best to keep quiet and out of the spotlight. 🙂
@@kenthompson5723 there is a lot of truth in your statements, but people should know that there was a time back in the late 1970s-mid 1980s when Tulsa overshined OKC in many ways (never in population) that outsiders would think Tulsa was the largest city. Of course, OKC has exploded in the last 25 years and since the mid 1990s acts like other major cities, but there is no denying that Tulsa is a hidden gem (bigger isn't always better) and Oklahoma is lucky to have two cities. I ahve to mention, your skyline images of OKC are about 10+ years old.
As a resident of Tulsa myself, I learned probably the most I've ever learned about the city. Also it was entertaining to try to figure out how many of the buildings showcased in the video I had been in. Turns out, I have a lot of exploring to do. Edit: a thing I think is worth noting that the video did not point out is that we are sort of in a protective bubble where tornadoes dodge us despite being in the most tornado-dense area of the world, due to some hills and geography and stuff. Really odd but relieving coincidence.
Tulsa resident here. I was told there is a legend that an Indian chief blessed Tulsa against tornadoes. We do get tornadoes. One a few years back came with no sirens. But the only tornado I ever seen up close was in Missouri.
I was born and raised in Tulsa ,I've traveled all over and out of the country. When I come home I want to kiss the ground - there's no place like Tulsa!
A Dutchman, I am curious to see the city at street level. I am fortunate to live in a country where city centres tantalise the senses with their architecture, cafés, restaurants, shops, and delightful pedestrian zones.
@@CityGeek Thank you! Perhaps you can make a video of Tulsa's downtown at street level. You might consider coming to Middelburg so that you can experience urban bliss.
@@marcelmoulin3335 Unfortunately, Tulsa is pretty hostile like many cities in the US for anyone not in a car - even downtown. I walk or bike to get around most days and many streets even in fairly central Tulsa don't have any ped infrastructure at *all*. Though, it is a bit better than some nearby cities, such as OKC, Wichita, and Kansas City.
This is one of the few cities in the top 50 that I haven't visited. I'd like to see the Art Deco, some of the museums, and that park. If I'm ever in that part of the country again, I'll have to remember to stop in Tulsa.
Love your videos! Editing and topics covered are so good. Would be cool to see a video going over the tallest buildings in the U.S. Would also love to see Pittsburgh be featured :)
Lived in Tulsa for a year - the major issue it is fun for a weekend trip and then you have done pretty much everything in the city. At that point, you might as well live in any random suburb in the US.
Also, this may be a niche activity but Turkey Mountain across the Arkansas river has professionally groomed mountain-biking park. They are still adding trails but it is already very impressive.
Be sure to also visit Will Rogers High School if you like art deco buildings. Also Church Studio on 3rd street West of Utica that was started by Leon Russell. No visit to Tulsa is complete until you have had a coney from Coney Island! Also try many of the food eateries on Peoria in Brookside.
I think there was a massacre there in 1921 were hundreds of African Americans were murdered. And the town was burnt down. I think it's the greenwood area that's the history of Tulsa also and it's not that far from downtown. Many lies were destroyed the whole town in the greenwood area was destroyed. Interesting history
Yeah it’s an incredibly sad and shameful chapter in the city’s history. In case you were wondering, it’s not included in this video because it doesn’t fall within the scope of “why is the city here?” which is the question I’m trying to answer when discussing the history. Thanks for the comment.
My city could use a 551 foot building to even out the skyline. Even a 551 foot icon would do wonders. Unfortunately nobody wants to build a larger tower here. The average of our five tallest buildings is 257 feet. Our tallest building is 385 feet and is a sister city to Tulsa.
So glad you included our replica of the twin towers in the city. Its one of my favorites in our skyline. And the BOK center. I take care of the landscapes in the same neighborhood as the philbrook museum, some beautiful properties in tulsa.
I lived in Tulsa county and in Tulsa for 20 plus years. Pretty great, I moved up North cause it was hot, and my wage was low compared to cost of living, but that was a while ago, and I think if you keep your nose on the grindstone, you'll do well. Plus disc golf community is good, and you can open water fish year round!!
It's cheaper by the airport like all city's. But 66th west is on the other side of downtown. It's cheaper in all of Tulsa and state compared to almost all of the rest of America outside of Mississippi Arkansas and maybe Louisiana
Tulsa has a small skyline because if tornadoes. I hear a lot of people argue that Tulsa is ugly due to a lack luster skyline, but it’s risky for the weather.
Tulsa is the city where a woman is assulted by a former marine in broad daylight resulting in a concussion the equivelent to a high speed car crash and charges are dropped down with final papers lieing saying he lightly tapped her. This is not the only example of the light tap. WTF Tulsa
I was not born in Tulsa but I lived there for 16 years and left in 2023 I have been all over and lived all over the United States I really do love toaster and the people there which we all know You have bad people everywhere This is the only thing I have against Tulsa Oklahoma I don't care what race you are They are good people of all colors in Tulsa Oklahoma But you have some butt holes also There is still prejudice in Tulsa Oklahoma But compared to some other states Tulsa is better It would be one of the best countries in the United States if they can just get rid of the prejudice .
What? What about everything they showed in the video? Not to mention all the lakes, the brady art district, Tulsa Zoo, Riverparks, Cains ballroom, Hard Rock CAsino, Riverspirit, Woodward park, The best acts in the world come to The BOK center and i could go on and on. Name a city its size with more to see.
The park admittedly does look nice, but the rest of the city looks too much like a typical city of the American West. It's like aliens took a single photo of New York or Chicago and tried to reverse-engineer a smaller version of the ideal American city, but completely missed all the on-the-ground details that make those cities special. So you have a few highrise buildings, but still with wide streets, no subway or even light rail, and no real walkable neighbourhoods beyond a few recently built high-end shopping districts.
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Just wanted people to know that Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum presented a proposed municipal ordinance to aimed at cracking down on people experiencing homelessness. He introduced and raised literally every type of tax pushing business and people in poverty. Think twice before moving or living in tulsa county. I would recommend surrounding counties. Atlast most importantly don't vote for him again.
Absolutely!!! Jenks has the best schools, IMO, and that's where my kids graduated. Tulsa Public Schools are horrible and getting worse, if that's possible. The Tulsa Mayor, G.T. Bynum has only one focus and that's Greenwood/BLM restitutions. Our roads are falling apart daily and the police department is grossly understaffed. Broken Arrow is a great community, as is Glenpool, Sand Springs and Owasso. All have excellent school systems. Beggars on the street corners everywhere in Tulsa, which Tulsa deemed legal "with a reflective vest". Homelessness and mental health care are nonexistent. Tulsa USED to be a fantastic place to live. The past 5 years have proven it to be just another inner city, high crime area with no accountability...... and it's boring.
The gathering place is one of the best parks I’ve visited. Absolutely stunning!!
Arkansan here. We live about 2 hours from tulsa, and love going there every couple months. Very nice!
Just wanted to see where Chandler was going!!😂
Lol. Now you know 😂
Me too 😂
The Paris of Oklahoma
Chandler thing 😂 same here lol
And I'm here because of Tulsa king.
Visited for a concert at Cains Ballroom. I was impressed by the music scene and restaurants. The steak at Bull in the Alley was superb.
The Golden Driller statue is just magnificent. A very Oklahoma thing indeed.
I wouldn't have expected that Tulsa out of all places has some of the best art deco.
Yeah it surprised me too!
Tulsa is like a rich people town. Barely any walking space on the roads. Real rich people live in the deep south of Tulsa , while the poor and homeless thrive around Admiral Flea Market central , West Tulsa ( Sand Springs ) and of course 61st and S. Peoria ( the new North Tulsa ) if you get my drift.
The city has potential but it needs some serious industrial development and progressive programs.
Too many homeless people from Arkansas ( i may add ).
Hey buddy we’re not all monkeys, Tulsa has class compared to other more populated cities, it’s still feels like home here.🖕🏼💯
@@ssamhenry65 tulsa is a vinyard for rich texans
Back in the historic old days, a lot of cities had money and were able to afford very expensive elaborate buildings. These days, it’s probably less likely since a lot of cities aren’t as prominent as they used to be.
The art deco architecture in Tulsa is directly linked to it's time as the Oil Capital. The oil boom funded much of the construction during a time when that style was popular.
Oklahoman here, grew up in the Tulsa area. Thank you for doing my part of the world justice with accuracy and respect! You just won yourself a new subscriber!
You’re welcome!! Thanks for subscribing!
It's always so interesting to hear about your hometown from visitors. Thanks for putting this video together!
Oklahoma also has great fresh water streams, rivers, lakes. Boating, fishing, hiking, camping, scenery! Also they have a great Zoo. Wildlife. All that I love. A diverse population which I love! Most people are friendly and welcoming. We got to visit the original burial place of the Gilcrease family. On my neighbors land. Thier cemetery was there. I have found interesting artifacts from an old fresh water spring that is tucked in the hills where I grew up. I still own that part. I always wanted to make it into a park area! My piece of heaven, my name for it.
We love learning all about the history of our city. There are so many historical places to visit and learn about the city.
I would love to visit Tulsa someday because of the parks, but didn’t realize how many Art Deco buildings they actually have. I’ve become a big fan of this unique style. I did not know about half the things you mentioned, so Bravo! As Oklahoma’s second city, Tulsa is always in the shadow of Oklahoma City. Nice to see such a great video spotlighting this place. 😎🥇⭐️🎤 🏙
Thanks for another kind comment! I always greatley appreciate it. I've also become a fan of art deco over the past few years and was surprised to see how much there was in Tulsa. It's a great city!
Tulsa over OKC anytime.
"As Oklahoma’s second city, Tulsa is always in the shadow of Oklahoma City."
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Yes, there's a number of reasons for that. As Tulsa is my hometown I rather think that's good. Tulsa has not yet been "discovered" by the national media like Okla. City has. The press refers to Tulsa as "Tulsa Oklahoma" (instead of just Tulsa), as if some clueless joe might think Tulsa was some small town in Alaska or New Hampshire. In our culture, when you've got a good thing going, as Tulsa has, it's best to keep quiet and out of the spotlight. 🙂
@@kenthompson5723 there is a lot of truth in your statements, but people should know that there was a time back in the late 1970s-mid 1980s when Tulsa overshined OKC in many ways (never in population) that outsiders would think Tulsa was the largest city. Of course, OKC has exploded in the last 25 years and since the mid 1990s acts like other major cities, but there is no denying that Tulsa is a hidden gem (bigger isn't always better) and Oklahoma is lucky to have two cities. I ahve to mention, your skyline images of OKC are about 10+ years old.
I'm happy I stumbled upon your TH-cam channel. I live in Birmingham. You did us a solid. Thanks!
As a resident of Tulsa myself, I learned probably the most I've ever learned about the city. Also it was entertaining to try to figure out how many of the buildings showcased in the video I had been in. Turns out, I have a lot of exploring to do.
Edit: a thing I think is worth noting that the video did not point out is that we are sort of in a protective bubble where tornadoes dodge us despite being in the most tornado-dense area of the world, due to some hills and geography and stuff. Really odd but relieving coincidence.
Tulsa resident here. I was told there is a legend that an Indian chief blessed Tulsa against tornadoes. We do get tornadoes. One a few years back came with no sirens. But the only tornado I ever seen up close was in Missouri.
@@Trenchycoat101ify Yes, I should have worded that differently, I meant we don't get tornadoes very often compared to the surrounding areas
@@smashmonster6929 I think your statement is pretty accurate though. Very few tornadoes here compared to most Oklahoma. I can only remember a few.
I was born and raised in Tulsa ,I've traveled all over and out of the country. When I come home I want to kiss the ground - there's no place like Tulsa!
Me too. Born and raised in a Tulsa.
I know I should pay more attention to the skyline but it’s hard when they’ve got that park 🤩 looks amazing!! Great video yet again!
Thank you! Yeah that park is amazing!
A Dutchman, I am curious to see the city at street level. I am fortunate to live in a country where city centres tantalise the senses with their architecture, cafés, restaurants, shops, and delightful pedestrian zones.
Yeah as much as I like drone footage of city’s, I prefer to experience them on the street level as well. Thanks for the comment!
@@CityGeek Thank you! Perhaps you can make a video of Tulsa's downtown at street level. You might consider coming to Middelburg so that you can experience urban bliss.
@@marcelmoulin3335 Unfortunately, Tulsa is pretty hostile like many cities in the US for anyone not in a car - even downtown. I walk or bike to get around most days and many streets even in fairly central Tulsa don't have any ped infrastructure at *all*. Though, it is a bit better than some nearby cities, such as OKC, Wichita, and Kansas City.
This is one of the few cities in the top 50 that I haven't visited. I'd like to see the Art Deco, some of the museums, and that park. If I'm ever in that part of the country again, I'll have to remember to stop in Tulsa.
The whole state is underrated. We're better then most state's. But that's a blessing too
Ahhh, the Paris of Oklahoma ❤
I had just seen this in my atlas and had never heard of it before. Amazing video as always ☺️
Yeah it’s definitely an overlooked city hit that’s cool that you just came across it in your atlas! Thanks for the comment!
Tulsa is rich in history. The old oil capital of the world
Tusla Remote was a cool initiative that brought youth to the city in recent years.
That’s interesting! I’ll have to look into that. Thanks for the comment!
You mean people weren't having kids so they imported them ?
Hello my name is abigail by the name am from Tulsa Oklahoma it's nice to meet you
Love your videos! Editing and topics covered are so good. Would be cool to see a video going over the tallest buildings in the U.S. Would also love to see Pittsburgh be featured :)
Thank you!! And thanks for those video recommendations! I’ll definitely be doing one on Pittsburgh sometime soon.
Lived in Tulsa for a year - the major issue it is fun for a weekend trip and then you have done pretty much everything in the city. At that point, you might as well live in any random suburb in the US.
Not true. More then a weekend worth to do
Sounds like you lack imagination. I lived in Tulsa for over 30 years. There is always a lot to do. I love being a tourist in my own city.
@@charleswillams9501over a week for me
Also, this may be a niche activity but Turkey Mountain across the Arkansas river has professionally groomed mountain-biking park. They are still adding trails but it is already very impressive.
Excellent stuff, thank you
Thank you!
Be sure to also visit Will Rogers High School if you like art deco buildings. Also Church Studio on 3rd street West of Utica that was started by Leon Russell. No visit to Tulsa is complete until you have had a coney from Coney Island! Also try many of the food eateries on Peoria in Brookside.
Because of Tulsa King I wanna move to Tulsa now
As a native Tulsan, it was a great place to grow up
same!
is the south part of the city safe to live with family?
missing Tulsa so much!!
Me too. Tulsa born and bred.
Very Cool!
Ayy awesome! Tulsa is yet another interesting city to cover. Thanks!
Thank you!! 🙏
We also have like 3-4 seasons of The First 48.
Nice video i Just want see a video Houston
Thank you! Don't worry it's on the list. I just want to do a good job with Houston so it may be a few more months.
Real Talk
Tulsa king bring me here :)
Can I may ask what are you doing for a livign?
Cool
You're gonna Love Oklahoma❤
I'm here after watching Tulsa King 👑😆. Actually looks like a cool little city
i am here after watching series Tulsa King... want to visit it next time I am around.
No mention of the Black WallStreet section of downtown. Still not recognizing and helping revive that area as well.
Lol who cares
I think there was a massacre there in 1921 were hundreds of African Americans were murdered. And the town was burnt down. I think it's the greenwood area that's the history of Tulsa also and it's not that far from downtown. Many lies were destroyed the whole town in the greenwood area was destroyed. Interesting history
Yeah it’s an incredibly sad and shameful chapter in the city’s history. In case you were wondering, it’s not included in this video because it doesn’t fall within the scope of “why is the city here?” which is the question I’m trying to answer when discussing the history. Thanks for the comment.
there is a good museum there called Greenwood Rising.
My city could use a 551 foot building to even out the skyline. Even a 551 foot icon would do wonders. Unfortunately nobody wants to build a larger tower here. The average of our five tallest buildings is 257 feet. Our tallest building is 385 feet and is a sister city to Tulsa.
Great video. Thanks for the info… new sub here… cheers
Thank you!! 🙏
Cory's garage TH-cam is out of Tulsa area.
excuse me is this in USA or where and wish language they speak
It’s in Oklahoma in the USA
So glad you included our replica of the twin towers in the city. Its one of my favorites in our skyline. And the BOK center. I take care of the landscapes in the same neighborhood as the philbrook museum, some beautiful properties in tulsa.
You think?
I lived in Tulsa county and in Tulsa for 20 plus years. Pretty great, I moved up North cause it was hot, and my wage was low compared to cost of living, but that was a while ago, and I think if you keep your nose on the grindstone, you'll do well. Plus disc golf community is good, and you can open water fish year round!!
I have a question.I am Canadian trying to buy a small house in Tulsa. is around air port a good area to buy.I mean 66th wast Avenue area
It's cheaper by the airport like all city's. But 66th west is on the other side of downtown. It's cheaper in all of Tulsa and state compared to almost all of the rest of America outside of Mississippi Arkansas and maybe Louisiana
Tulsa has a small skyline because if tornadoes. I hear a lot of people argue that Tulsa is ugly due to a lack luster skyline, but it’s risky for the weather.
I just watched Black WallStreet and discovered this channel which didn’t mention Black WallStreet…why is that? 😂
good for them... chandler and monica.. paris of oklahoma!😂
Not to forget Tulsa has a very dark history iykyk
Dwight Manfredy
MASSACRE OF ‘BLACK WALL STREET’ IN THE GREENWOOD DISTRICT OF TULSA, OKLAHOMA USA 1921 (FEBRUARY 2023 BLACK HISTORY MONTH).
A legend in their own mind
Was in Tulsa in 1972. Creeped me out enough to never want to return.
Why
I was born in Tulsa, and lived in it for over 10 years, and you don't wanna move there, trust me.
Why wouldn’t you? Some insights would really help. Thanks.
@@fazeelraza5215 Racist, homophobic, and toxic Christian people
@@fazeelraza5215 I like it just not the people
Tulsa has alot of oil people
Agreed. We're full. No need to move here.
Tulsa is the greatest city in America
Notttttt u must have not been anywhere else
Tulsa wabts to be the staye capitol. It needs to take bettet care of it residents. It ignores its past.
Second time
Every time I drive through Tulsa from Dallas I see a driver flip off another driver. Drivers don’t drive very friendly
Bad schools and a high poverty rate would rule it out as a place to relocate.
Homeless situation has taken over Tulsa
Cope and beg for more corporate leftovers in your golden age lol
@@Un_Pour_Tous👍
Most cities have homeless issue
Start talking about the ghettos so I know where to stay away from
Oklahoma city has a cooler skyline because of the super modern glass skyscraper
Another place that just made a law against being homeless but still raised property taxes higher and higher
Dude, houses are so cheap over there, come on
When ur from here you realize the gang and homless problem is almost unsolvable. Also the politics is horrible
Tulsa is the city where a woman is assulted by a former marine in broad daylight resulting in a concussion the equivelent to a high speed car crash and charges are dropped down with final papers lieing saying he lightly tapped her. This is not the only example of the light tap. WTF Tulsa
That happens every day in Chicago Baltimore Philly and LA... happened once in Tulsa and you're making a big deal out of it?
I was not born in Tulsa but I lived there for 16 years and left in 2023 I have been all over and lived all over the United States I really do love toaster and the people there which we all know You have bad people everywhere This is the only thing I have against Tulsa Oklahoma I don't care what race you are They are good people of all colors in Tulsa Oklahoma But you have some butt holes also There is still prejudice in Tulsa Oklahoma But compared to some other states Tulsa is better It would be one of the best countries in the United States if they can just get rid of the prejudice .
Nothing and I mean Nothing to see in Tulsa. Descent little town but nothing to see there!
What? What about everything they showed in the video? Not to mention all the lakes, the brady art district, Tulsa Zoo, Riverparks, Cains ballroom, Hard Rock CAsino, Riverspirit, Woodward park, The best acts in the world come to The BOK center and i could go on and on. Name a city its size with more to see.
Tulsa is so dangerous.
Ive lived in Tulsa my whole life. Do not move here. If it wasnt for my moms health condition i wouldve been gone when i graduated.
The park admittedly does look nice, but the rest of the city looks too much like a typical city of the American West. It's like aliens took a single photo of New York or Chicago and tried to reverse-engineer a smaller version of the ideal American city, but completely missed all the on-the-ground details that make those cities special. So you have a few highrise buildings, but still with wide streets, no subway or even light rail, and no real walkable neighbourhoods beyond a few recently built high-end shopping districts.
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It look bored and it’s no amazing tall buildings and no beautiful skyscrapers this don’t wow me at all sorry
Just wanted people to know that Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum presented a proposed municipal ordinance to aimed at cracking down on people experiencing homelessness. He introduced and raised literally every type of tax pushing business and people in poverty. Think twice before moving or living in tulsa county. I would recommend surrounding counties. Atlast most importantly don't vote for him again.
Absolutely!!! Jenks has the best schools, IMO, and that's where my kids graduated. Tulsa Public Schools are horrible and getting worse, if that's possible. The Tulsa Mayor, G.T. Bynum has only one focus and that's Greenwood/BLM restitutions. Our roads are falling apart daily and the police department is grossly understaffed. Broken Arrow is a great community, as is Glenpool, Sand Springs and Owasso. All have excellent school systems. Beggars on the street corners everywhere in Tulsa, which Tulsa deemed legal "with a reflective vest". Homelessness and mental health care are nonexistent. Tulsa USED to be a fantastic place to live. The past 5 years have proven it to be just another inner city, high crime area with no accountability...... and it's boring.
@@judywallace1681jenks sucks, broken arrow is the best
Why would you want to encourage homelessness.. that's what California has done and look where they are.
Tulsa is a giant dumpster fire of homeless and vape stores. Show Tulsa, not the 3 buildings without graffiti
Cope. And he lost lol
Tulsa is the most racist city in the US.
You can live here and be fine WITHOUT BEING A TRUMP FAN!!! MAJOR IMPORTANT FOR ME!!!
My nice state
Your mom likes art deco.
Lol I think she does actually