A Route 66-themed hotel project and a controversial "Cry Baby Cry" statue -- both near Tulsa's Arkansas River -- have been put on the back burner by the city after a new mayor recently took office. An interactive digital storytelling experience about Route 66 also has been put on hold. The Tulsa World newspaper gleaned … Continue reading Route 66 hotel project, “Cry Baby Cry” statue placed on hold by City of Tulsa
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Big Route 66 development in Tulsa appears to be in limbo
A large Route 66-themed development, the Palmera Motor Court, near the Arkansas River in Tulsa appears to be in limbo. The Tulsa World reported last week: The Mayor’s Office did not respond directly when asked whether the city plans to move forward with a proposal from Sharp Development to build a hotel, restaurant and poolside bar at … Continue reading Big Route 66 development in Tulsa appears to be in limbo
Developer chosen for Route 66-inspired hotel-restaurant complex in Tulsa
The City of Tulsa chose a local developer to build a hotel, restaurant, bar and pool near Cyrus Avery Centennial Plaza and Cry Baby Hill that would "enhance Route 66." According to a news release from the city, Sharp Development was picked to develop the site at 815 Riverside Drive, less than a block from … Continue reading Developer chosen for Route 66-inspired hotel-restaurant complex in Tulsa