The local chamber of commerce announced that a grand opening will be held at the new visitors center at the Blue Whale of Catoosa, Oklahoma, on May 30. The event will be from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. that day, with events throughout. It includes a Route 66 Blue Whale 5K Run to start the … Continue reading New visitors center at Blue Whale of Catoosa to hold grand opening on May 30
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Blue Whale site in Catoosa shuts down for renovation project
The landmark Blue Whale site in Catoosa, Oklahoma, on Tuesday closed down temporarily for a months-long renovation project. The Blue Whale of Catoosa page on Facebook stated the closure was prompted by safety concerns regarding the construction. In the meantime, Blue Whale's gift shop is being relocated to the D.W. Correll Museum, located at 19934 E. … Continue reading Blue Whale site in Catoosa shuts down for renovation project
Ground broken for Blue Whale of Catoosa Visitors Center
The City of Catoosa, Oklahoma, and other officials participated in Friday's ceremonial groundbreaking for the Blue Whale of Catoosa Visitors Center. The city posted a photo from the event: More from a report by the Oklahoma Route 66 Association: “You can argue the most iconic monument on the most famous road in the world is … Continue reading Ground broken for Blue Whale of Catoosa Visitors Center