Tom Alyea

A Wandering Walk Guide Book Tom Alyea

Explore Bartlesville, OK Like Never Before!Bartlesville, Ok is a city rich in history, especially as one of the earliest oil and gas boom towns in the early 1900's. Today, it remains a center of operations for many petroleum companies - including Phillips Petroleum. The downtown area of Bartlesville provides a place for a fascinating walk through history. The walk begins in front of historic Union Depot. As you walk through the downtown area you'll visit many buildings and locations related to the oil industry - including the first commercial oil well in Oklahoma, the headquarters for Phillips Petroleum, and many other oil related companies that were founded. Not to be missed on this walking tour is a National Historic Landmark building - Price Tower. This Frank Lloyd Wright skyscraper is a site you can't miss. On this walking tour, you'll see beautiful churches, historic homes, and maybe even a surprise or two. History comes alive as you read about what makes each building fascinating and the people who made it so. 37 stops are highlighted on this 5 mile walk where you will learn more about the city and a few of its more famous residents. Beautiful photos in the guidebook will enhance your experience. This walking guidebook allows you to explore the history and culture of Bartlesville at your own pace as you explore off the beaten path.