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Memory Lane: Photo of 2217 NW 26th St today with old photo superimposed of Bill and Dad.

I Took A Trip Down Memory Lane: But They Renamed It

June 26, 2023

I’m making my way to the Shepherd Historic District. The house I grew up in so long ago came on the market for sale, and…

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Oklahoma State Capitol historical postcard.

Oklahoma State Capitol | Oklahoma City Historic Postcards

July 22, 2012

Welcome to my Oklahoma postcard collection! Today, I am thrilled to share with you some fascinating history about one of the most recognizable landmarks in…

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Belle Isle Power Plant from my Oklahoma City historical postcard collection.

Belle Isle Power Plant | Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 14, 2010

The Belle Isle Power Plant described on the postcard as “America’s most beautiful power plant” may no longer stand, but it holds an important place…

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A historical postcard that shows both the exterior and interior of the Fine Foods Restaurant.

Fine Foods Restaurant — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 12, 2010

From my Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Fine Foods Restaurant is a piece of Oklahoma City’s history that has been forgotten by many of us today.…

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Monkey Island at the Oklahoma City Zoo

Monkey Island, Oklahoma City Zoo — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 11, 2010

From my Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Growing up in Oklahoma City, there were always plenty of things to do, but the zoo was definitely a…

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The front view of Adair's Tropical Cafeteria in Oklahoma City.

Adair’s Tropical Cafeteria — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 10, 2010

From my Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… In the heart of Oklahoma City, a restaurant once defied the city’s lack of tropical weather. Adair’s Tropical Cafeteria,…

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The original Boulevard Cafeteria located at 1111 Classen Dr.

Boulevard Cafeteria — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 9, 2010

From my Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Once known as the “Cafeteria Capital of the United States,” Oklahoma City was home to legendary eateries such as…

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The Lady Classen Cafeteria as seen in this historical postcard from 1962.

Lady Classen Cafeteria — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 8, 2010

From My Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Back in the day, Oklahoma City was famed for its plethora of cafeterias. However, the Lady Classen stood out…

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The front facade of the Skirvin Hotel.

Skirvin Hotel — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 7, 2010

From My Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Let me tell you about the Skirvin Hotel. This majestic beauty has stood tall in downtown Oklahoma City’s heart…

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Springlake Amusement Park historical postcard. A view as seen from the 1920s.

Springlake Amusement Park — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 6, 2010

From my Oklahoma City postcard collection… When I think of summertime as a child in Oklahoma City, one place immediately comes to mind — Springlake…

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A street with houses and a street sign. Historic photo taken at NW 12th and Harvey.

NW 12th and Harvey — Oklahoma City Historic Postcards

September 4, 2010

Hey there, fellow Oklahoma City enthusiasts! Let’s hop into our imaginary time machine and zoom back to October 1914. I’m about to paint you a…

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The Oklahoma City Air Terminal on a historic postcard. It appears to be from the 1940s.

Oklahoma City Air Terminal — Oklahoma City Historical Postcards

September 2, 2010

From My Oklahoma City Postcard Collection… Let me take you back to a moment in time – 1957, to be exact – when the National…

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