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Anadarko - Southwest (Great Plains Country) | ||||||||
Welcome to Anadarko! Thank you for taking the time to explore our city. Anadarko is the county seat of Caddo County, located in the beautiful Washita River Valley in southwest Oklahoma. It was founded in 1901 and has a population of approximately 6,500 people. Rich in Native American heritage, Anadarko has been billed as the Indian Capital of the Nation. With seven tribes in a 30-mile radius, dancing, arts and crafts exhibits and pow-wow celebrations are dynamic parts of the area's cultural life. The American Indian Exposition is a week-long tradition held in August. Art galleries in Anadarko feature works by nationally known Oklahoma artists and document the area's Native American heritage through their lasting creativity. Don't miss a stop at the Southern Plains Indian Museum and Oklahoma Indian Arts and Crafts Cooperative during your visit. History buffs will enjoy the National Hall of Fame for Famous American Indians. The Anadarko Post Office features sixteen murals that depict scenes of nineteenth century activities of the Southern Plains Indians. The murals are by internationally known artist Stephen Mopope, one of the "Kiowa Five". Enjoy regional antiques and an early day physician's office and parlor at the Anadarko Philomathic Pioneer Museum. Located in the old Rock Island Depot, the museum preserves railroad memorabilia and Indian artifacts plus the history of our citizen's lives. The holiday season offers an outstanding light display in Randlett Park. Drive along the river and enjoy Holiday Celebration. Historic downtown has over 100 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Sidewalk pavers display an Indian mosaic design of teepee, fire and arrows, representing home, warmth and protection of the home respectively. A wide variety of restaurants, shops and antique stores will make your visit to Anadarko a trip to remember. For more information visit the Anadarko Chamber of Commerce at www.anadarko.org or 405-247-6651. |
