Tourism & Recreation Department
The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department today announced the release of the cultural brochure “Long Road to Liberty: Oklahoma’s African American History and Culture.”
The 75-page historical guide is a brochure dedicated to Oklahoma’s rich African American history and influence that has played an important role in shaping the culture of Oklahoma since before statehood. Copies of the brochure are free and can be ordered online at http://www.travelok.com/.
The Tourism and Recreation Department partnered with the Oklahoma Historical Society, the Oklahoma History Center and the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum to produce the brochure.
“As we continue to celebrate Black History Month in the state of Oklahoma, this brochure offers a detailed journey into the struggle and triumph of Oklahoma’s African American heritage,” said Secretary of Commerce and Tourism Deby Snodgrass. “This publication illustrates the vibrant cultural heritage of Oklahoma.”
In addition, the Tourism and Recreation Department has launched the Long Road to Liberty page on its website. The site has information on African American history in Oklahoma, attractions, soul food locations and other cultural heritage attractions.
“From cowboy Bill Pickett to author Ralph Ellison to civil rights leader Clara Luper, Oklahoma has a long and important African-American history and influence,” Governor Mary Fallin said. “The state is celebrating Black History Month by helping to highlight the many contributions made by black Oklahomans, during and even before statehood.”
For more information on Oklahoma’s African American history, visit the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department website, here: http://www.travelok.com/long-road-to-liberty?INTCMP=freedom-trail.
