Oklahoma County, Administrative county in Central Oklahoma, US.
Oklahoma County is an administrative division in central Oklahoma that encompasses several hundred square miles and contains Oklahoma City as its county seat. The area includes urban, suburban, and more rural zones with varying landscapes and development patterns throughout its territory.
The county was officially established in 1890 following the 1889 land run, when settlers moved into the area that had previously been restricted Indian Territory. This establishment marked the beginning of permanent settlement and government administration in the region.
The county contains museums and cultural centers that showcase the region's artistic heritage and history through exhibitions and public programs. Visitors can experience how these spaces reflect the diverse communities that built and shaped the area over time.
The county is accessible by vehicle and public transportation, with the central downtown area walkable for visitors exploring official buildings and services. It is helpful to plan ahead when visiting government offices, as they operate during standard business hours on weekdays.
The county operates its own water supply using two reservoirs, Lake Hefner and Lake Overholser, to serve the population living there. This independent water system is a distinctive feature of how the area manages its essential resources.
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Oklahoma City National Memorial
1.4 km
Oklahoma City University
1.9 km
National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
7.5 km
Skirvin Hilton Hotel
1.9 km
Oklahoma State Capitol
2.8 km
Frontier City
14.2 km
Devon Energy Center
1.9 kmUSA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium
7.8 km
Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden
6.9 kmLake Hefner
11.4 km
Hall of Great Western Performers
7.5 kmOklahoma Governor's Mansion
3.3 kmTen Commandments Monument
2.7 km
Skydance Pedestrian Bridge
2.9 km
Central Oklahoma
3.5 km
Gold Dome
1.4 km
First National Center
1.8 km
Myriad Botanical Gardens
2 km
American Banjo Museum
2.2 km
Hall of Great Westerners
7.5 km
Oak Tree National
26.7 km
Oklahoma City Museum of Art
1.4 km
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Oklahoma City
5.7 km
Founders Tower
6.8 km
St. Joseph Old Cathedral
1.4 km
City Place Tower
1.8 km
BancFirst Tower
2 km
Overholser Mansion
1.1 km
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