Play, explore, and dine at Bricktown, Oklahoma City's hottest entertainment district on the banks of the Bricktown canal. Enjoy canal-side restaurants, retail shops, museums, sports venues, and movie theaters. See public art and street performance art. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride or float down the canal on a boat tour. There's plenty to keep you busy while you hang out at Bricktown. This thriving urban district is home to more than 45 restaurants, bars, retail shops, family-friendly attractions, public art, museums, galleries, and even an urban beach for summer fun. This area's diversity of businesses, educational institutions, housing, and leisure activities make it a true 24/7 destination, one of the most distinct and historic in OKC.
Explore the music and cultural significance of the banjo, America's beloved instrument, at the renowned American Banjo Museum, where they dedicate and safeguard the banjo's vibrant history, dynamic essence, and limitless musical possibilities. The museum has an impressive collection of banjos available for public viewing, boasting over 400 instruments, films, recordings, instructional materials, printed music, ephemera, and memorabilia worldwide. The galleries feature various types of banjos, including primitive ones made by enslaved Africans, minstrel-age instruments from the mid-19th century, Classic Era banjos from the late 1800s and early 1900s, and post-WWII banjos used in bluegrass, folk, and world music.
Experience a tropical outdoor paradise at the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City, where you can stroll through the lush Tropical Rain Forest Zone, where towering palms and crashing waterfalls will transport you to a world of greenery and wonder. There's always something new to discover, with over 1,000 species of plants from 6 continents. In addition to exploring the grounds, be sure to register for one of our ecology classes to learn more about the beauty of the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or enjoy relaxing in a peaceful outdoor setting, you will find something to appreciate at the Gardens. Experience the magic of the Myriad Botanical Gardens today and see why it's such a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike.