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The Osage County Tourism department - Pawhuska and beyond! Western lives on in Osage County, Oklahoma! We're talking Pawhuska and beyond!

Where to stay, where to dine, what to do, and even upcoming events - we are your one-stop information spot! Home of Food Network's Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond! Come explore our lore and more - from the Ben Johnson Cowboy Museum to the Osage Nation Museum to the Tulsa Botanic Garden to touring the lodge out on the Drummond Ranch, there's plenty to do and we have lodging available in spades! Relax a

t Lake Skiatook where the views will take your breath away, dine at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile, shop in Skiatook and Pawhuska, fish in our many lakes, hunt, drive through the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve, spend an afternoon at Woolaroc, or just drive our scenic byways. Osage County is a great place to spend a few days! Osage County is one of the prettiest spots in Oklahoma, our history is rich, and our locals are friendly. From Tulsa to the Kansas line - and from Ponca City to Barnsdall, you'll love Osage County, Oklahoma! For lodging, dining, shopping, events, and attractions: VisitTheOsage.com

23/12/2024

Celebrate the season with some sweet treats from Charlie's Sweet Shop in downtown Pawhuska! Owned by The Pioneer Woman - Ree Drummond and located just across the street from The Pioneer Woman Mercantile, Charlie's offers a huge selection of ice cream, sundaes, chocolates, candies, and many other goodies to make your holidays bright! You can find their address, hours, and more info at https://bit.ly/CharliesSweetShopGC

22/12/2024

If there are any fans of old westerns on your Christmas list, give them a one-of-a-kind present with a trip to The Ben Johnson Cowboy Museum in downtown Pawhuska! Visitors will find everything from a huge collection of Johnson’s personal belongings and movie memorabilia to paintings and sculptures by renowned western artists John D and Cameron Free, as well as artifacts like championship belt buckles from other famous Osage County cowboys.

In addition to all this, the museum's gift shop offers a large selection of items including t-shirts, movie posters, and unique stocking stuffers that any lover of cowboy culture is sure to treasure. The museum will be open normal hours (10:00am to 6:00pm) this Monday, closed Tuesday and Wednesday for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and will reopen with normal hours on Thursday. You can find the address and more info at https://bit.ly/BenJohnsonMuseumGC

21/12/2024

Despite the chilly temperatures, winter is a wonderful time of year to visit the Tallgrass Prairie Preserve. With less traffic and vegetation, it's often much easier to spot the area's abundant wildlife, such as the short-eared owls, red-tailed hawks, and harrier hawks pictured here. You can find the preserve's hours, address, and more info to help plan your visit at http://bit.ly/TallgrassPreserve

Photos courtesy of Harry Burkhalter

20/12/2024

Pack up the family car and head to Osage County for the final weekend of the Wonderland of Lights at Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve! Visitors during this holiday spectacular will get the chance to see these historic grounds illuminated by thousands of sparkling Christmas lights, and can enjoy activities like visits with Santa and meeting all the cute critters of the Woolaroc Animal Barn – and don’t forget to keep an eye out for the Holiday Horseman! You can find more info at https://bit.ly/WoolarocWonderland24

19/12/2024

: Ever heard the story of how the Osage County town of Fairfax was founded and named? In 1903, the Santa Fe Railroad built a line connecting Kaw City and Ralston through the Osage Nation Reservation, but this bypassed the existing community of Gray Horse. Several of this town's merchants realized the potential advantages of becoming a stop on the new line, and one named Lew A. Wismeyer (known today as the "Father of Fairfax") convinced the railroad to construct a depot nearby and leased the 40 surrounding acres for a townsite. Disliking Santa Fe's proposed name of "Coda," Wismeyer persuaded both them and his fellow associates to call the new station "Fairfax," by which this historic community has been known ever since.

Pay Osage County a visit to experience some of the rich history here for yourself! You can find info and resources to help plan your trip at https://visittheosage.com/

18/12/2024

Give the horse lover in your life a fantastic holiday gift with a road trip out to see the regal residents of the Prairie National Wild Horse Refuge. Established in 1989 as a home for thousands of unadoptable wild horses, it's one of only a handful of such facilities in the country. Enjoy a scenic drive along State Highway 123 between Bartlesville and Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve for the chance to see these majestic creatures.

Photos courtesy of Kathy Toth Lowe

17/12/2024

If you're still shopping for a few names on your holiday gift list, take advantage of all the fantastic local retailers in downtown Pawhuska! Check out the wide selection of clothing, home decor, and original artworks at Spurs and Arrows, the western chic fashion of Osage Outfitters, unique antique finds at Sister's Attic and Prairie Cottage Pawhuska, and the gorgeous vintage decor and furnishings on offer at Oilman's Daughter Interiors. Find the perfect piece for any lover of turquoise jewelry at The Buckin' Flamingo, or peruse a wide selection of artisanal gourmet products at the Pawhuska Olive Oil Co. You'll find something for everyone in the shopper's paradise of downtown Pawhuska!

16/12/2024

Did you know that "Hulah" is the Osage word for "eagle?" In addition to appearing in place names such as Hulah Lake, the word is also sometimes used in tribal names, as when Frank Phillips was honorarily adopted into the Osage Nation in 1931 and given the name "Hulah Kihe-kah," which means "Eagle Chief."

You can learn more about the Osage language, as well as the tribe's history and culture at the Osage Nation Museum in Pawhuska, or at one of the many other fantastic cultural resources Osage County has to offer. You can find more information on some of the wonderful museums and historic sites here at http://bit.ly/VTOMuseums

Photo courtesy of Harry Burkhalter

15/12/2024

Book a cozy getaway with a loved one at Lemmons Lemman. Guests at this studio-sized guest house can enjoy both modern amenities and idyllic views of the unspoiled countryside in the heart of Osage County. Warm up with a relaxing evening around the firepit, snuggle into bed, then wake up refreshed and start your day with a cup of coffee. You’ll be less than a 10-minute drive from fantastic dining options in downtown Pawhuska, and just 20 minutes from popular local attractions like Osage Hills State Park and Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve. Find more info and reserve your stay at https://bit.ly/LemmonsLemman

14/12/2024

Head to Pawhuska to find the perfect touch for that big home-cooked holiday dinner at the Pawhuska Olive Oil Co. Located in the city's historic downtown, they offer a wide selection of artisanal products and foodie treasures, including premium Tunisian olive oils and Italian balsamic vinegars, a selection of handmade pastas and sauces, jams, jellies and mustards, authentic maple syrup from upstate New York, tapenades, and (of course) tons of olives in a variety of delicious flavors! You can find more info and browse some of their current stock at https://www.pawhuskaoliveoilco.com/

13/12/2024

Dig into some mouthwatering comfort food at Rock's Grill & Pizzeria in Fairfax! Whether you’re craving some hearty chicken fried steak, an amazing burger, a toasted deli sandwich, or you’re in the mood to start your day off with one of their delicious breakfast pizzas, they’ve got something to satisfy nearly every appetite – And don’t forget to save a little room for one of their decadent desserts! You can find their address, hours, and more info at https://bit.ly/RocksGrillGC

12/12/2024

Take in a holiday spectacular like no other during the Tulsa Botanic Garden's Garden of Lights. Each evening through Dec 23rd, visitors can explore the beauty of this natural treasure illuminated by thousands of twinkling Christmas lights. While you're there, enjoy family-friendly activities like roasting s'mores over a fire and pictures with Santa, and on special nights catch carolers and other musical performers. This is a limited capacity, timed entry event, so purchasing your group's tickets in advance is highly recommended. You can find more info and reserve yours today at https://www.tulsabotanic.org/botanic-garden-of-lights/

11/12/2024

Bring the family to Skiatook this Saturday, Dec 14th to enjoy a full day of holiday fun! Visit downtown from 10:00am until 5:00pm for unique shopping, special sales, and giveaways, then make your way to the city's Central Park at 5:00 for the tree lighting. The Christmas parade starts at 6:00, followed by some indoor fun during Santa's Workshop at the First Baptist Church West Rogers Campus – so make sure you don't miss all the festivities at this annual Osage County holiday blowout! Find more info at https://bit.ly/SkiatookXmas24

10/12/2024

Whether you’ve got someone hard to shop for on your Christmas list or you’re just searching for some great holiday decor, jump in the car and head to Antique Depot Skiatook. This shopper’s paradise offers 12,000 square feet of vendor booths stocked with antiques, glassware, pottery, furniture, and rare vintage finds, as well as an array of trees, wreaths, yard decorations and other seasonal trimmings to brighten your home. You can find their hours, address, and more info at https://bit.ly/AntiqueDepotGC

09/12/2024

Head to Osage County to make some unforgettable memories with a Holiday Adventure at POSTOAK Canopy Tours! Bring the family to enjoy activities like holiday crafts, stunning walking paths, hayrides and more while sipping on free hot cocoa, then prepare for an exhilarating experience in their Treetop Adventure Park as you climb, explore, and tackle challenges side by side. After this you can soak up a dazzling display on one of their zipline tours, all while catching glimpses through the treetops of downtown Tulsa decked out in its holiday best. Find more info and reserve your tickets at https://www.ziptulsa.com/holidayadventure

08/12/2024

If you've got any fans of The Pioneer Woman - Ree Drummond on your Christmas list, give them the perfect present with a free tour of the Lodge on Drummond Ranch! The Lodge, which serves both as the family's guest house and as the production location of Ree's hit show, will be open to the public most days throughout the rest of the month. Tickets are free and can be picked up at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in downtown Pawhuska on the day of your tour. You can find upcoming tour dates and more info at http://bit.ly/PWLodgeTours

07/12/2024

On December 7, 1934, a new first in human flight was achieved in the skies over Osage County. With support from Phillips Petroleum Company founder Frank Phillips, famous aviator Wiley Post took off from the Bartlesville airstrip for a test flight into the stratosphere, becoming the first human to ever reach an altitude of more than 50,000 feet.

To achieve this feat, he worked with engineers from the B.F. Goodrich Company to design the world's first pressurized flight suit made from rubberized parachute fabric, pigskin, and an aluminum deep-sea diver's helmet. During his record-setting flight, Post also discovered the jet stream, spurring advancements in aviation and meteorology which echo down to the present.

Originally built as the ranch retreat of Frank Phillips, today the galleries at Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve in Osage County house several artifacts related to Wiley Post's life and achievements. These include historic photos from the preparation for his record-setting flight, as well as a replica of the helmet from his pressurized suit (the original suit is preserved in the Smithsonian's National Air & Space Museum). Find more info on Woolaroc and plan your visit to see its one-of-a-kind collection at https://www.woolaroc.org/

06/12/2024

Find some stylish new decor to impress your holiday guests with a shopping trip to Oilman's Daughter Interiors in Pawhuska. Located in the city's historic downtown, they offer a wide assortment of hand-picked antique and vintage furnishings, as well as a variety artistic treasures and seasonal accessories that are sure to brighten up your home or office. You can find more info at https://bit.ly/ODInteriors

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