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Black Towns of Oklahoma Bike Tour
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Osborne Jr Celestain
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About this event
At one time there were 50 Black Towns in Oklahoma before statehood. Currently, 13 Black Towns remain. The goal of this tour is to educate our community about the incredible history of our state, some of it good, some bad, but it is our history. We also hope to raise some funds to support the Black Towns that are part of the course (Tullahassee, Redbird, and Taft).
The South route visits Summit, and Rentieville. Rentieville is the home of the Oklahoma Blues Hall of Fame. Across the street from the Oklahoma Blues Hall of Fame is the Honey Springs Battle, Museum. The historic battle for the Texas Road was fought in July 1863. Where the first Black Kansas Regiment held off the Confederates outnumbered 2-1. This is a must-see site.
There will be a hospitality tent where you can relax, and enjoy the food from local vendors.