1950's Model Train Replica of Elk City's Downtown District
Built & displayed by
Dr. Dennis Friesen
Dedicated 2001
"The railroad is the reason why Elk Cite exists and I want people to know what the railroad has really meant to Elk City.
I share this for people to enjoy."
Erected 2001 by Dr. Dennis Friesen.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 2001.
Location. 35° 24.746′ N, 99° 26.138′ W. Marker is in Elk City, Oklahoma, in Beckham County. Marker is on West 2nd Street, on the left when traveling west. The marker is on the grounds of the National Route 66 Museum and Old Town Museum. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Elk City OK 73648, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Anadarko Basin (within shouting distance of this marker); Commotion (within shouting distance of this marker); First Wooden Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Rock Bluff School (within shouting distance of this marker); "Western Cattle Trail" (within shouting distance of this marker); Cruze Farm House History (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Bob Potter · Mel Patterson · I.A. "Pat" Patterson (about 300 feet away); 018 Cowtown (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Elk City.
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