Attractions

Located on scenic Route 66, The Mother Road, a stay in Edmond places you just minutes from international attractions such as the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Remington Park horse racing, the Lazy E Arena and picturesquely historic Guthrie, just to name a few!

ARCADIA LAKE
Arcadia Lake offers a variety of recreational opportunities. East of I-35 between 2nd and 15th (405) 216-7470

ARCADIAN INN
This elegant Bed & Breakfast is a historic register house and was the original home of Dr. Ruhl, one of Edmond's first families. When Dr.
Ruhl wanted to add-on to this home he "jacked-up" the entire house and added a new 1st floor! Every room is decorated to delightful and different Victorian themes.
328 East 1st St. (405) 348-6347

ARCTIC EDGE ICE ARENA
An outstanding ice skating arena featuring lessons, figure skating, and leagues for hockey, as well as open skating schedules.
14613 N. Kelly (405) 748-5454

BLUE SAGE STUDIO
Blown Glass Studio featuring one of a kind pieces. Classes and group tours are available. 2801 S. Post Rd., Jones (405) 473-0754

BOB JENNI NATURE & WILDLIFE CENTER
Nature center features a large variety of animals including alligators, bobcats, and an American Black Bear. Enjoy nature programs, tour the animal park and picnic in Indian pow wow grounds.
4601 East 2nd St. (405) 340-8105

BOULEVARD BOWL
Equipped with 40 lanes, computerized scoring, a large game room and club.
3501 S. Boulevard (450) 348-3210

CHOPIN SOCIETY OF MID-AMERICA
This society presents a series of concerts throughout the year featuring distinguished performers from across the country.
Location varies (405) 340-3500

DOWNTOWN EDMOND
Historic and eclectic shopping district featuring 30+ shops including restaurants. Unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, southwest items, and seasonal specialties.
Broadway north of 2nd

EDMOND EVENING SUN
Edmond Evening Sun: The Edmond Sun was established by Milton W. "Kicking Bird" Reynolds on July 18, 1889. It is the oldest continuous newspaper dating from Oklahoma Territorial days. The building was ecently restored and guided tours are available. 123 S. Broadway
(405) 341-2121

EDMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM
Experience the history of Edmond including 1889'ers, military, genealogy, railroad, and a children's hands-on center. Museum also features National traveling exhibits.
431 S. Boulevard (405) 340-0078

FESTIVAL MARKET PLACE
Enjoy herbs and produce picked fresh from the garden every Saturday, from June through fall. Come to a colorful event enjoyed by locals, farmers and visitors alike. It is also used to host many other events. North West of
2nd & Broadway (405) 359-4630

FINE ARTS INSTITUTE OF EDMOND
Nurturing the arts, this group hosts shows, teaches, and sponsors art in Edmond.
27 E Edwards (405) 340-4481

FIRST PUBLIC SCHOOLHOUSE
Edmond's first schoolhouse was built near the corner of east Second and South Boulevard streets in July of 1889. It was also the first public school building constructed in Oklahoma Territory.
2nd St. & Boulevard (405)340-0078

FRONTIER CITY
Take a step back into the old wild west at this 40 acre Six Flags theme park. Frontier City has plenty of action for the whole gang.
I-35 south of Edmond (405) 478-2412

GRACELAWN CEMETERY
Gracelawn Cemetery is also the burial place of "Kickingbird Reynolds", one of Edmond's founding fathers and one of the original legislators from Oklahoma's early territorial days.
Danforth between Broadway & Boulevard (405) 348-8830

UCO JAZZ LAB
The UCO Jazz Lab is a world class entertainment venue featuring a relaxed atmosphere styled after jazz clubs in New Orleans. The Jazz lab features live entertainment with food and beverages provided by Hideaway Pizza located next door.
5th & Littler (405) 359-7989

HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
This museum is located in a 1936 armory, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy permanent exhibits on the history of Edmond. The museum also features a traveling exhibit every other month. 431 S. Boulevard (405) 340-0078

LAZY E ARENA
This is the largest indoor arena in the country. Providing a full calendar of rodeo excitement, this is the place where western legends are made. Located just 5 miles north via I-35.
(405) 282-3004

MATHIS SKATE PARK
One of the states only skate parks, Mathis Brothers Skate Park offers 17,500 square feet of ramps, pipes, half-pipes, and bowls to challenge skater roller-bladers, and bikers of all ages.
Kelly and Covell (405) 359-4630

MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY
This historic cemetery is the burial site of Wiley Post, famous pilot & friend of Will Rogers, Oklahoma statesman.
Kelly & Memorial (405) 478-0556

MITCHELL HALL
See University of Central Oklahoma

MITCH PARK
This 133 acre park features several play-grounds including handicap accessible facilities, multiple use trials, basketball courts, pavilions, picnic tables, grills, amphitheater, Multiple Activity Center
and sports fields with concession stand and restrooms.
1501 W Covell (405)359-4630

NATIONAL COWBOY AND WESTERN HERITAGE HALL OF FAME
A unique and internationally acclaimed museum, featuring the finest collection of western art and artifacts in the world. It is located just minutes south of Edmond. 1700 NE 63rd (405) 478-2250

NATIONAL SOFTBALL HALL OF FAME
Annually hosting many premier events
in softball, such as the NCAA Women's College World Series, it is considered the finest softball sports venue in the nation.
50th & Martin Luther King (405) 424-5266

OKLAHOMA CITY ZOO
Go wild at one of the country's largest and best zoos. Travel just a few minutes south of Edmond to experience this award winning zoo.
50th & Martin Luther King Blvd. (405) 424-3344

OKLAHOMA FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM
See an extensive display of fire fighting equipment spanning from many ages. Come honor and learn about these every day heroes of our times.
50th & Martin Luther King Blvd. (405) 424-3440

OLD NORTH
See University of Central Oklahoma

OMNIPLEX/KIRKPATRICK CENTER
A collection of seven museums all
under one roof! Oklahoma Air Space Museum; Red Earth Indian Center,
the Omniplex Science Museum, Kirkpatrick Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Kirkpatrick Planetarium, Kirkpatrick Galleries and the International Photography Hall of Fame, and the OmniDome, a 3-D theatre similar to I-MAX.
50th & Martin Luther King Blvd. (405) 427-5461

OTHELLO'S
This restaurant is the original home of Edmond's first hospital over Edmond's 1st cinema! Unique tin ceilings and other details make this site a pleasant stop.
1 S. Broadway (405) 330-9045

PELICAN BAY
Cool off at the public aquatic center featuring colorful cabanas, swirling water vortex, water spray-ground, leisure pool, and a lap pool.
1034 S. Bryant (405) 359-4649

PUBLIC ART
Edmond is home to numerous pieces of public sculpture, scattered primarily through downtown, but new pieces may surprise you throughout the city.

PUMP IT UP
This inflatable party zone has a large indoor play arena featuring huge
air-filled play structures with a separate room for parties and group events.
14400 N Lincoln Blvd (405) 751-9800

KICKINGBIRD CINEMAS
Located in the Kickingbird Shopping Center, this theater houses six cinemas with first run movies for your enjoyment.
Danforth & Bryant (405) 341-2227

REMINGTON PARK
One of the world's finest horse racing tracks. Off track betting available for those who want to cover several tracks
at once! Just take the 50th St. exit from I-35 south.
50th & Martin Luther King (405) 424-1000

ROCKIN ROLLER RINK
This outstanding indoor roller skating facility features a laser tag course, snack bar, pro shop and more.
14701 N. Lincoln (405) 749-1515

ROUND BARN OF ARCADIA
The famous bright red Rt. 66 landmark is located 6 miles east of Edmond in Arcadia.
East of Edmond on Rt 66 (405) 396-2761

SHADID FINE ART GALLERY
Located within the Shadid-Schaus Building, a Edmond Historic Preservation Award winner, this wonderful art gallery was also the first boarding house in Oklahoma Territory.
19 N. Broadway (405) 341-6741

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
Edmond's professional theater company performs in Hafer Park every Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday evening from mid-May through August. Come see the Bard's works performed as they were meant to be; under the stars, in the open for the public.
9th & Bryant (405) 340-1222

SHANNON MILLER PARK
Adjacent to the Edmond Public Library, this public green space includes one the community's finest pieces of public art, a bronze statue honoring Edmond native and seven-time Olympic medalist Shannon Miller. Main & Jackson (405)359-4630

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA
Originally the "Normal School" this was Oklahoma's first public school of higher education. It began as a teachers college, and is now a premier institution of education in this region of the United States. Many of the campus buildings date to the 1890's. Mitchell Hall Theater produces a variety of Broadway style performances every fall, winter & spring.
2nd St. & University Dr. (405) 974-2000

UCO - MITCHELL HALL
The UCO performing arts venue since 1926, Mitchell Hall is the showcase of several theatrical productions and concerts. Mitchell Hall features beautiful period architecture and decorations.
1st St & University Dr. (405) 974-3375

UCO - Old North
First opened for classes in 1893, Old North was the first building of higher education in the state of Oklahoma. Listed on the National Register of Historic places, it has become a community icon and the enduring symbol of the University of Central Oklahoma.
University Dr. & Campbell (405) 974-2000

UCO Museums and Galleries.
Several art galleries and museums can be found n the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma.
100 N. University Dr. (405) 974-2771