Oklahoma City, OK is not only the largest city in Oklahoma, but is also the state capital with a population of over half a million. It not only has one of the largest livestock markets globally, but it also is a center of major industries such as oil, natural gas, and petroleum. Combined with a booming tourism industry, Oklahoma City becomes a center of arts, culture, landmarks, and business.
Oklahomans are filled with pride for their land of diverse cultures, hundreds of scenic lakes and rivers, and genuine warmth and friendliness. This proud Oklahoma spirit is echoed through the accomplishments of our citizens, such as humorist and "Cherokee Cowboy" Will Rogers, Olympian and American Indian Jim Thorpe, African American author Ralph Ellison, astronaut Thomas Stafford, jazz musician Charlie Christian, and country music superstars Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, and Garth Brooks.
America is steeped in the traditions of the west and the American Indian, and no state boasts a richer heritage of both that Oklahoma. Indians from more than 67 tribes call Oklahoma their home today. Famous Indians like Sequoyah, Black Beaver, Jim Thorpe, and Maria Tallchief contributed to Oklahoma's development. The state is also the setting for vast horse and cattle ranches, rodeos, and working cowboys. Such famous cowboys as Bill Pickett, Tom Mix, Gene Autry, and Will Rogers hail from Oklahoma.