Clinton in Custer County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)

McLain Rogers Park

Photographed By Jason Voigt, April 9, 2021

1. McLain Rogers Park Marker

Inscription. Built between 1934 and 1937 as a Federal Works Administration project, and named for the city's mayor, McLain Rogers park was Clinton's city park. The park features twelve acres, tennis courts, a baseball field and picnic facilities. Visitors can enter directly off Route 66 through an Art Deco style gate.

In 2004, the park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Considered important in the recreational and economic development of Clinton and for its New Deal design, the park still maintains its historic features.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the U.S. Route 66 series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1934.

Location. 35° 30.408′ N, 98° 59.204′ W. Marker is in Clinton, Oklahoma, in Custer County. Marker can be reached from West Gary Boulevard (Business Interstate 40) south of West Modelle Avenue (State Highway 73). Marker is outside the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2225 W Gary Blvd, Clinton OK 73601, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Y Service Station (here, next to this marker); Pop Hicks' Restaurant (here, next to this marker); Marshall Cafe (a few steps from this marker); Glancy Motor Hotel

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(a few steps from this marker); Calmez Hotel (a few steps from this marker); U.S. 66 (a few steps from this marker); Mohawk Lodge Indian Store (a few steps from this marker); Redland Theater (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Clinton.

Photographed By Jason Voigt, April 9, 2021

2. McLain Rogers Park Marker

full shot of panel

Photographed By Jason Voigt, October 9, 2021

3. McLain Rogers Park Marker

Marker is facing the museum, where the red arrow points

Credits. This page was last revised on December 14, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 11, 2021, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 143 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 14, 2021, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.