12 Tulsa Nicknames and the Stories Behind Them Visual Story

By Gabrielle T

Introduction

12 Tulsa Nicknames and the Stories Behind Them Visual Story

As a major city, it's not surprising that there are numerous Tulsa nicknames. Learning the...

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America's Most Beautiful City

In the 1950s, America's Most Beautiful City was primed to be the most-used Tulsa nickname...

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Mecca for Arts in Oklahoma

One of Tulsa's most unknown nicknames is the Mecca for Arts in Oklahoma. This is...

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Capital of Route 66

Another moniker for the city is the Capital of Route 66. While mainly used in...

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Buckle of the Bible Belt

Not many out-of-towners know that Buckle of the Bible Belt is a nickname for Tulsa...

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Cultural Capital of Oklahoma

Tulsa is known as the Cultural Capital of Oklahoma, with locals likening it to the...

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Magic City

It might seem like Magic City belongs on a list of funny Tulsa nicknames, but...

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Green Country

Northern Oklahoma is known for its thick green vegetation, lakes, and scenic landscapes. Tulsa serves...

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T-Town

T-Town is one of Tulsa's most prominent nicknames. This particular name goes back to the...

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The 918

While Tulsa has two area codes, the one that shows up in most phone numbers...

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The City of Roses

The City of Roses is a Tulsa name most often used to refer to the...

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The Oil Capital of the World

As can be inferred by the Tulsa landmark Golden Driller sculpture, oil has played an...

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Tulsey Town

Many people are unaware that Tulsa's name comes from the Native American Lochapoka word "Tulasi,...

Conclusion

In Summary

Tulsa often flies under the radar of non-residents, but it's a fascinating place with a...

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