Newkirk in Kay County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)
Oklahoma State Centennial 1907 - 2007
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., October 24, 2011
1. Oklahoma State Centennial 1907 - 2007 Marker
A centennial tribute to the people who shared this land at the turn-of-the-century, and who still call it home today. They faced opportunties and obstacles together and were woven together in time. The spirit that fueled the dream then, and the determination that keeps it alive today has not changed. We are a people of varied cultures hoping to create a better life and shared rewards.
Erected by Eastman National Bank.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Indigenous Peoples and Communities • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 36° 52.934′ N, 97° 3.205′ W. Marker is in Newkirk, Oklahoma, in Kay County. It is at the intersection of Main Street (U.S. 77) and 7th Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 102 South Main Street, Newkirk OK 74647, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South, specifically on the prairies, and on the Southern Plains. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, and Cherokee Outlet.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Newkirk Kay County Fair (here, next to this marker); Newkirk (within shouting distance of this marker); Kay County Abstract Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Fire of 1901 (within shouting distance of this marker); Cherokee Allotments (within shouting distance of this marker); First National Bank (within shouting distance of this marker); Cherokee Outlet... or Cherokee Strip? (within
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Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., October 24, 2011
2. Oklahoma State Centennial 1907 - 2007 Artwork
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., October 24, 2011
3. Oklahoma State Centennial 1907 - 2007 Marker & Artwork
Credits. This page was last revised on August 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 610 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 22, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
