Tulsa Union Depot

Can you appreciate that I'm working hard to keep up here? <LOL>

A few months back, I went on a shoot to the old Tulsa Union Station.  It's a grand and beautiful old art deco building that brings so much beauty and history to NE Oklahoma.  During the 1920's and 1930's when Tulsa was known as the world's "Oil Capital" construction of beautiful architecture with art deco flourished and exists today as a tribute to her rich beauty.  Back to the former rail station......

The Union Station was completed in 1931 and remained in use till 1967 when it closed due to a decline in rail travel.  The building remained vacant for a number of years till it was rehabilitated and eventually placed in use as the current Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame.  What a perfect successor occupant!  She's still grand and respected.  I hope you enjoy these photos.

Former station in background behind beautifully landscaped garden

Leading walk to the entrance

Entrance on the west side

Closer look at the talented craftsmanship

Beautiful tile floor inside the current day Jazz Hall of Fame

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If you're interested in further information about the former Tulsa Union Station, click here to access a wikipedia article.  Thank you for coming by and I hope you've enjoyed it.