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Blauer Wal von Catoosa
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A Route 66 must see right outside of Tulsa. Hugh Davis built the Blue Whale in the early 1970s as a surprise anniversary gift to his wife Zelta, who collected whale figurines. So sweet!
Iconic Route 66 historic stop! The Blue Whale provides fond childhood memories for many Catoosa/Tulsa locals. With a rich, romanitc history, visitors should add The Blue Whale to their list of stops.
The Blue Whale of Catoosa is a waterfront structure, just east of the American town of Catoosa, Oklahoma, and it has become one of the most recognizable attractions on old Route 66
The Blue Whale in Catoosa has become a beloved historic landmark along Route 66 since 1972. The Blue Whale was originally built by Hugh S. Davis, a zoologist and family man who envisioned the whale as a special place where his grandchildren could play and swim in the nearby pond. His sketches of the mammal grew until they reached 20 feet tall and 80 feet long. With the help of a friend, Harold Thomas, the duo spent two years welding the metal framework and applying the hand-mixed cement, one five-gallon bucket at a time.
The Blue Whale in Catoosa has become a beloved historic landmark along Route 66 since 1972. The Blue Whale was originally built by Hugh S. Davis, a zoologist and family man who envisioned the whale as a special place where his grandchildren could play and swim in the nearby pond. His sketches of the…
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Standort
2600 U.S. Rte 66
Catoosa, OK