Guthrie’s Benedictine Revival
A Guthrie hospital that gradually fell into disrepair has been reborn, and still holds memories, as senior living facility The Villas of Benedictine Pointe.
Author: Photos courtesy of Oklahoma Historical Society
Echoes of Rainbow Records
Former store manager Scott Booker – now longtime manager of The Flaming Lips – reminisces about the broad selection and personal touch of Rainbow Records.
Memories of Mickey Mantle
A brief high school sports career with one claim to fame: The coach was Larry Mantle, younger brother of Yankees superstar Mickey Mantle.
Tuning in to OKC
Looking back at the earliest days of television in OKC as pioneering station KOCO-TV celebrates its 65th anniversary.
Downtown OKC’s Past Christmas Presence
Civic leader Lee Allan Smith shares some golden memories of silver bells and holiday frivolity from the OKC of the mid-20th century.
The Crossroads of History
A look back at the decades of retail dominance, and eventual end, of Crossroads Mall.
OTASCO: Stocked With Memories
A look back at the history of OTASCO, a one-stop store with a uniquely Oklahoman story.
Ghost Hunting at Historic Mansion
OK’s paranormal team leads tours of Overholser Mansion
OKC’s Haunted Mansion?
A look back at the history of the Overholser mansion, and what ghosts there may remain.
In the Days of the Drive-In
A look back at OKC’s halcyon days of spending long summer nights by parking in rows and watching movies in the giant creens of area drive-ins.
Premier Shopping at Penn Square
A look back at the open-air beginning of long-lived shopping center of attention Penn Square Mall.
Katz Drug and Clara Luper
Taking a look back at a lunch counter where a famous sit-in affected OKC’s stance on civil rights.
The Kaiser’s Tale
Taking a look back at the storied soda fountain history of the Midtown mainstay Kaiser’s.
Down Memory Lane
Taking a look back at Oklahoma businessman Vince Orza’s sketch for relaxed family dining at the much-loved Garfield’s chain of restaurants.
Memories of Quail Springs’ Beginning
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the opening of Quail Springs Mall, then on the fringes of Oklahoma City.
Memories of the Oklahoma State Fair
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the growth and evolution of our great State Fair.
Memories of Casa Bonita
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the vibrant style and all-you-could-eat fun of OKC original Casa Bonita
Memories of The Magnolia
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the early days of Automobile Alley’s Magnolia Building, with its drive-through gas station.
Memories of Ho-Ho the Clown
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the decades of laughter and joy Ed Birchall brought to OKC kids as Ho-Ho the Clown.
Memories of Wedgewood Village
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the glory days of OKC amusement park Wedgewood Village.
Memories of The Cellar at Hightower
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the groundbreaking dining of The Cellar at Hightower.
Memories of Downtown OKC
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the bustle, decline and ongoing redevelopment of downtown Oklahoma City.
Memories of the Tower Theater
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the soon-to-be-rejuvenated Tower Theater.
Memories of the OKC Farmer’s Market
Remembering the way we were with a look back at the earliest days and recent resurgence of the OKC Farmer’s Public Market.
