Oolagah's First Public Tribute to Will Rogers

Oolagah's First Public Tribute to Will Rogers (HM23RM)

Location: Oologah, OK 74053 Rogers County
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Country: United States of America
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N 36° 26.817', W 95° 42.488'

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A Miniature Replica of his Birthplace

The original model of the miniature house was built in 1928 by Zennie Taylor (1890-1969) as a school project for the Tulsa State Fair. By 1930 he had constructed a permanent replica which was dedicated at a special "WILL ROGERS DAY" celebration on Saturday, October 25, 1930. Since 1930 the little house has symbolized Oologah's deep affection for her native son.
After Will Rogers' death, the stone marker was erected by the citizens of Oologah and dedicated as a memorial on October 18, 1936.
On May 7, 1992, an arsonist destroyed the original little house. This replica built for the Chamber of Commerce by Jerry Gardner in 1985 will continue to symbolize Oologah's love for and pride in their famous son.
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HM NumberHM23RM
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Placed ByThe Citizens of Oologah
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Date Added Wednesday, December 13th, 2017 at 4:01pm PST -08:00
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UTM (WGS84 Datum)15S E 257280 N 4036932
Decimal Degrees36.44695000, -95.70813333
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 36° 26.817', W 95° 42.488'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds36° 26' 49.02" N, 95° 42' 29.28" W
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Area Code(s)918
Which side of the road?Marker is on the right when traveling North
Closest Postal AddressAt or near 115 US-169, Oologah OK 74053, US
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