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Guthrie - Central (Frontier Country) | ||||||||
From Landrun to Landmark Guthrie stands on the gentle rolling prairie of Oklahoma once occupied by Native Americans and herds of grazing buffalo. After the dust settled from the Great Land Run of April 22, 1889, the rolling prairie was transformed into a sprawling array of crude tents, wagons, and rough wooden buildings overnight. From that first day of chaos, Guthrie emerged as an elegant Victorian city with beautiful architecture, bustling businesses, cultural events and enterprising citizens. Guthrie's beauty and grace befit the optimism as the first state capitol of the new 46th state of Oklahoma. Ongoing restoration since the 1980's has preserved Guthrie's rich architectural legacy and all its grandeur. Almost all of the original 19th century buildings remain and most of the commercial structures have been restored. Today, Guthrie is the largest contiguous urban historic district on the National Register, extending 1,400 acres and 400 city blocks. A living museum of late 19th century architecture, Guthrie was designated a National Landmark Community in 1999. Visitors and residents alike can shop the numerous boutiques, specialty shops and art galleries downtown and see the homes of governors, editors and lawmen. Guthrie's historic residential areas, jubilant festivals, bronc-busting rodeos, live professional theatre, fascinating museums, historic trolley tours, exquisite dining and charming lodging make Guthrie a wonderful place for the whole family. Come to Guthrie and experience over 100 years of history and hospitality. For more information, call the Guthrie Chamber of Commerce at (800) 299-1889 or visit us on the web at www.guthrieok.com. You can also order a free Guthrie Visitors Guide online now. |
