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 such as boating, camping, picnicking, swimming, hiking, Frisbee golf, and bird watching.
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

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 Othello's restaurant. 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. A vibrant outdoor festival area, Festival Market Place is more than just the location of the Edmond Farmers Market. It is used during many other community 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 theme park. From the new Eruption to the Wildcat, Silver Bullet and Diamondback roller coasters to the Gunfighters Stunt Show, Frontier City has plenty of wild west action for the whole gang.
I-35 south of Edmond (405) 478-2412

GRACELAWN CEMETERY
Gracelawn Cemetery was established by the citizens of Edmond in April 1895, to replace Edmond's first cemetery (1889-1895) that was illegally placed on school land. It 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

HOWARD HOME
This beautifully restored early Edmond home is a winner of an Edmond Historic Preservation Award. It is currently a guest home for UCO.
607 N. Boulevard, UCO President Roger Webb (405) 974-2311

KICKINGBIRD CINEMAS
Located in the Kickingbird Shopping Center, this theater houses six cinemas with first run movies for your enjoyment.
Danforth & Bryant (405) 341-7227

KIRKPATRICK CENTER
A collection of seven museums and attractions covering 10 acres, just minutes south of Edmond, features include the 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. Plus, the new Omnidome features an immersive, 70-foot diameter dome screen guaranteed to take viewers to the edges of Earth and beyond!
50th & Martin Luther King Blvd., (405) 602-6664

LAZY E ARENA
Visit the largest indoor arena in the country! Providing a full calendar of rodeo excitement, this is the place where western legends are made. Tours are available of this working ranch.
I-35 & Seward Road, (405) 282-3004
www.lazyearena.net

MAC
The Multipurpose Activity Center (MAC) is in Mitch Park. It houses an expanded Senior Citizen's Center, Parks Administration offices, community meeting rooms and an outdoor amphitheater. Many of the Parks & Recreation programs offered are held here.
(405) 359-4630

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 THEATER
See University of Central Oklahoma

MITCH PARK
This 133 acre park features several playgrounds 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 MUSEUM
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. Some of the special features include: Great EscApe; Cat Forest / Lion Overlook; and the Noble Aquatic Center just to name a few. 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

OKLAHOMA SPORTING CLAYS
Try your hand at skeet shooting or just enjoy the rustic atmosphere. You'll find it is truly an unusual and exciting experience unique to Edmond.
Hiawassee Road, (405) 396-2661

OLD NORTH
See University of Central Oklahoma

OMNIPLEX
Explore the Omniplex, a collection of seven museums all under one roof! While there, visit 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) 602-6664

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 unique dinner destination.
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. A brief walk will afford visitors the opportunity to view many of the works that give Edmond's Cultural District its unique character. The Edmond Visual Arts Commission continues to add new pieces yearly and offers a separate brochure of public art. Brochures can be picked up at the Shadid Fine Art Gallery or the Edmond Historical Society Museum.

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

PUTT-A-ROUND
Play at Edmond's modern miniature golf course with indoor game room and snack bar.
601 S Bryant, (405) 844-8006

REMINGTON PARK
One of the world's finest horse racing tracks features exciting thoroughbred racing action as well as a quarter horse calendar. 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) 396-0824

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

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

SUMMERSTOCK PRODUCTIONS
Summerstock Productions is dedicated to providing a high quality, affordable theater experience in an outdoor setting. They present two musical productions each summer in Edmond's Mitch Park Amphitheater.
(405) 249-7477

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. The Central Museum of Art and Design is located in the art building, while frequently changing exhibits welcome visitors of the Donna Nigh Gallery.
100 N. University Dr. (405) 974-2771