Skylines and Cigar Smoke: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Tulsa’s Most Storied Club
The Tulsa Club Building, once the heartbeat of high society in downtown Tulsa, embodies the city’s rise during the oil boom and its commitment to architectural excellence. Designed in 1927 by Bruce Goff, the structure is a standout example of Zigzag Art Deco style, featuring ornate stonework, a rooftop Sky Terrace, and lavish interior amenities. After decades of abandonment and decay, the building was fully restored and reopened in 2019 as the Tulsa Club Hotel. Its transformation from exclusive social club to modern boutique hotel illustrates the power of preservation and adaptive reuse in revitalizing historic urban landmarks.
The Golden Era of Tulsa: Why Art Deco Took Root Here
During the roaring oil boom of the 1920s and ’30s, Tulsa transformed into a showcase of Art Deco elegance. Discover how ambition, wealth, and design shaped one of America’s most striking architectural cities.