| Bartlesville - Northeast (Green Country) | |||||||||
In Bartlesville, Oklahoma, the town that oil built, you can see roaming herds of exotic animals on an oil baron’s vast ranch, explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s only skyscraper, shop for unique treasures and experience the art, culture and history of the American West. Bartlesville is proud of its many attractions, including museums, art collections, dramatic architecture, scenic prairie views and world-renowned events. Most visitors are pleasantly surprised by the diversity of culture and wide variety of entertainment that Bartlesville offers, such as the seasonal performances of the Bartlesville Symphony Orchestra, Civic Ballet, Choral Society, Community Concert Association and Bartlesville Theater. Architecture in Bartlesville draws national and international attention as it is home to Frank Lloyd Wright’s only built skyscraper, the Price Tower, which adorns the city skyline creating a unique attraction. Not only can you tour its top three floors and visit the Price Tower Arts Center’s latest exhibition, you can also spend the night in its 21 room boutique inn, Inn at Price Tower, or dine sumptuously at Copper Restaurant +Bar also located within the Price Tower. Nearby is the Bartlesville Community Center. This graceful and beautifully designed Taliesin West-The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation community center is a valuable asset to the Bartlesville community. Other well-known architects that have buildings in Bartlesville include Bruce Goff and Edward Buehler Delk. One of Bartlesville’s most well known attractions is Woolaroc Ranch, Museum and Wildlife Preserve, the former country retreat of oilman Frank Phillips. This museum houses one of the finest collections of western art in the mid-west. Other area museums include the Frank Phillips Home, Tom Mix Museum, Prairie Song I.T., The Dewey Hotel, and the Bartlesville Area History Museum. For more information, contact the Bartlesville Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-364-8708 or www.VisitBartlesville.com. You can also order a free Bartlesville Visitors Guide online now. |



