Creek Council Oak Tree, Historic oak tree in Tulsa, United States
The Creek Council Oak Tree stands on a hilltop overlooking the Arkansas River at the southeastern boundary of the first Creek settlement in this area. The tree sits within a park setting bounded by Seventeenth and Eighteenth Streets at the intersection of Cheyenne and Denver Avenues.
In 1836, the displaced Lochapoka Creek people placed ceremonial ashes from their Alabama homeland beneath this tree following their forced removal. This act created a spiritual connection between their former home and the land where they would rebuild their lives.
This tree served as a central gathering place where the Creek community held ceremonies, councils, and celebrations that shaped their life in the region. Visitors can sense how important it was to people who needed a meaningful landmark after their displacement.
The site is publicly accessible and easy to reach on foot, with clear street markings helping visitors locate it. Plan your visit considering the season, as the open park setting means weather can affect your time spent there.
The park includes an ethno-horticultural garden displaying plants traditionally used by the Creek for healing and daily life. This garden offers visitors a chance to learn about the botanical knowledge that was central to the community's survival and wellbeing.
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