Saturday, May 4th, 11:00 am
Free & Open to the Public
In 1901, city leaders implemented a street naming system to be understood without street signs. However, as the city grew, new streets and avenues would be created without official names.
Take a look back at the history of Tulsa’s street names, the evolution of street signs, and the story behind Tulsa’s First Street Marker Monument placed in 1936. The monument was damaged but has been saved and will be unveiled at the event.
This event will also feature a presentation by historian Patrick McNicholas of Time-Travel Tulsa, who will share his investigation into what was a 30-year struggle of universal street naming, the development of street signs that narrowly avoided commercial sponsorship, and more.
Tulsa’s First Street Marker Monument
The stone monument commemorating Tulsa’s first official street sign, stood at W. 11th and S. Boulder Ave for 87 years until being damaged last year and left on the sidewalk.
Time-Travel Tulsa decided to preserve the stone in hopes for a repair and replacement in its original location.
The historic Benchmark Monument Company stepped-in and volunteered to repair the stone statue.
The repaired monument has not been seen by the public and will be unveiled during this event and presentation.
The museum is free for everyone on the first Saturday of every month, and hours are 10 am – 4 pm. Join us for special programs throughout the year and see all the current exhibits.