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One of the most famous land rushes in American history occurred in Oklahoma on April 22, 1889 when 50,000 homesteaders swarmed into the territory

Some were "Sooners" who took off before the noon starting gun - hence the state's nickname, The Sooner State. A huge oil boom a few years later made instant millionaires of many of these original settlers.

In addition to oil, the Oklahoma plains continue to produce annual bumper crops of wheat, cotton, and peanuts.

Known as Indian Territory from its earliest days, Oklahoma offers visitors major tourist attractions related to its American Indian heritage. These include the restored Cherokee village at the Cherokee Heritage Center and the planned American Indian Cultural Center in Oklahoma City.

Other travel attractions include Lake Texoma located on the Texas border, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, and the Will Rogers Memorial in Claremore.

Oklahoma Attractions, Events, Travel, Tourism and Recreation - Guide to central Oklahoma with the focus on American Indian and western heritage with facts & information on major attractions, dining & lodging, kid-friendly and family fun, calendar of events, related links.

Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau - Fun, colorful site to the capital city with video clips & photos along with practical information on where to stay, what to see and do, guides to cowboy and Indian cultural sites & events, horse shows & rodeos.

Edmond Convention & Visitors Bureau - At Oklahoma City's backdoor with lots to see and do including facts on Arcadia Lake activities, nearby historic sites, cultural events.

Tulsa Convention & Visitors Bureau - Cosmopolitan shopping & nightlife mixes in with sporting events & rodeos with information on both including guides to hotels, restaurants, art & cultural exhibits, top attractions, video, pictures, FAQ.