Buck Atom's Cosmic Curios in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Route 66 sign at the east side of Tulsa, Oklahoma, seen during a November, 2018 road trip

Inside Tulsa, Route 66 traversed the city east-to-west on 11th Street into downtown, crossed the Arkansas River, and headed westbound to Sapulpa, Davenport, Chandler, Arcadia and Oklahoma City.

The city is known for its art deco architecture in the central Deco District. Landmarks like the Philcade and Philtower buildings reflect a 20th-century construction boom fueled by the prosperous local oil industry. It is often called "The Oil Capital of the World". The city is home to Oral Roberts University, the University of Tulsa and the University of Oklahoma - Tulsa.

There are dozens of fun and interesting places to see and visit in Tulsa, both along and outside of Route 66.

Tulsa has attractions ranging from trendy nightlife to first-class art museums, family fun destinations, shopping, and much more. Plus Buck Atom's on Route 66!

Buck Atom's Cosmic Curios

Located in a former site of a 1950s PEMCO gas station, Buck Atom’s Cosmic Curios has become a popular stop for travelers on Route 66 in Tulsa. It welcomes visitors from all over to celebrate the magic of the Mother Road with apparel, toys, souvenirs, home accessories, art, jewelry and more.

Stop by this unique retailer for a fun photo op with the 21-foot-tall Muffler Man, Buck Atom, space cowboy.

This bigger than life man is located at 1347 E. 11th Street in Tulsa.

Read more at the Buck Atom's 66 Website and Buck Atom's 66 on Facebook

Stella Atom, new female companion for Buck Atom statue, planned for next year
Tulsa World - 11/14/2023

Buck's on 66
Buck Atom 21-foot tall muffler man and space cowboy, in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Buck Atom

Read more about Giant "Muffler Men" Along Route 66

The mural at Buck's on 66
Buck Atom's Cosmic Curios in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Buck's Roadside Attraction
Route 66 Roadside Attraction - Buck Atom's Cosmic Curios in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Just down the block - The Meadow Gold Neon Sign

As the largest neon sign on Tulsa's landscape, the Meadow Gold sign is unique. With each face measuring 30 feet by 30 feet, the size and design of the Meadow Gold sign set it apart from all of the other signs that have been preserved and restored along historic Route 66.

Erected in 1934, the Meadow Gold sign stood above its rooftop perch at 11th Street (Historic Route 66) and South Lewis Avenue for nearly seven decades and served as a reminder of days gone by - days of the milkman and deliveries of dairy products to the porches and front doors of Tulsa, and America.

Located in the Meadow Gold District - 1324 E. 11th Street

The Meadow Gold Neon Sign in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma on Historic U.S. Route 66

Tulsa Convention & Visitors Bureau

More Things to Do on Route 66 - at the Oklahoma Tourism Department

Lodging and Dining Options in Tulsa

Tulsa, Oklahoma Travel Guide

Hotel listings and traveler reviews for Tulsa

Restaurant reviews for Tulsa

Attractions and things to do in Tulsa

Interactive Map of Tulsa and Buck Atom's

MORE OKLAHOMA ROUTE 66

Oklahoma Route 66 Passport

The Oklahoma Route 66 Passport from the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department helps Route 66 travelers find new destinations to explore and document their progress along the way. A new updated passport (yellow) is being offered beginning in 2023.

The Route 66 Passport, which is available free at TravelOK.com, features 66 of the state’s memorable Mother Road attractions. It includes iconic stops like Catoosa’s Blue Whale, Stroud’s Rock Cafe and Clinton’s Oklahoma Route 66 Museum along with many newer favorites.

Get your passport stamped at each stop, then take it to a Tourism Information Center to be verified and earn an exclusive Route 66 coin.

Both the new yellow and previous red Route 66 Passports are now available in a digital format. Download the official TravelOK Trip Planner app on the Apple App Store or Google Play to get started. When you get to each stop, you'll find a code displayed that you can enter to digitally check in.

Travel Guides for Other States Along Route 66

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