Enid Travel Guide

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Enid, located in the northwestern region of Oklahoma, is a vibrant city that offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and outdoor adventures. With its warm hospitality and charming atmosphere, Enid welcomes visitors with open arms.

For history enthusiasts, Enid boasts a rich heritage that can be explored at the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center. This fascinating museum showcases the history of the Cherokee Strip Land Run of 1893, allowing visitors to step back in time and experience the excitement of that momentous event. The museum also features exhibits on pioneer life, Native American culture, and the development of Enid as a thriving community.

Nature lovers will find themselves enchanted by the beauty of Leonardo's Discovery Warehouse and Adventure Quest. This family-friendly attraction offers interactive exhibits that educate visitors about the wonders of the natural world. From exploring the stars in the planetarium to discovering the secrets of the human body, Leonardo's provides a fun and enlightening experience for all ages.

For those seeking outdoor adventures, Enid offers numerous opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Lake Hefner, located just outside the city, is a popular spot for boating, fishing, and picnicking. The lake's scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere make it an ideal destination for relaxation and recreation.

Art enthusiasts will be delighted by the vibrant arts scene in Enid. The Gaslight Theatre, housed in a historic building dating back to 1915, showcases a variety of live performances, including plays, musicals, and comedy shows. The theatre's intimate setting creates an immersive experience, allowing audiences to connect with the performers on a deeper level.

Food lovers will be thrilled by the diverse culinary offerings in Enid. From traditional American fare to international cuisines, the city's restaurants serve up a wide array of flavors to suit every palate. Whether you're craving a juicy steak, authentic Mexican dishes, or farm-to-table creations, Enid's dining scene has something to satisfy every craving.

Alternative names: Founded: 1893 (131 years ago)Population: 51.8 thous.Area: 74.04 mi²Elevation: 1250 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 36°23'39"N, 97°53'25"W

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Enid Attractions - What to See and Explore

Enid offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center, Enid Masonic Temple, Railroad Museum of Oklahoma, Gaslight Theatre. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Museum • Historical place • History museum
Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center
The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center is a museum in Enid, Oklahoma, that focuses on the history of the Cherokee Outlet and the Land Run of September 16, 1893.
36°23'47"N • 97°52'55"W
Enid Masonic Temple
The Enid Masonic Temple, is a historic building in Enid, Oklahoma. It is the home of the Enid Symphony Orchestra, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. The Italian Renaissance Revival building is also located within the Enid Downtown Historic District which became listed on the register in 2007.
Museum • Specialty museum
Railroad Museum of Oklahoma
The Railroad Museum of Oklahoma is a railroad museum located in the former Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway freight depot in Enid, Oklahoma.

Concerts and shows • Theater
Gaslight Theatre
The Gaslight Theatre is a nonprofit theatre troupe and venue in Enid, Oklahoma. Founded in 1966 as the Enid Community Theatre, the group stages productions of ten plays per year, including Shakespeare in the Park, musicals, and dinner theatre.
36°23'56"N • 97°52'35"W
Leonardo's Discovery Warehouse and Adventure Quest
Museum • Children's museum • Science museum
Library • Downtown Enid
Public Library of Enid and Garfield County
The Public Library of Enid and Garfield County, founded in 1899, is a public library located in Enid, Oklahoma, the county seat of Garfield County, Oklahoma. The library began as a one-room library sponsored by the Enid Study Club in 1899.
Museum • Natural history museum
Midgley Museum
The Midgley Museum is a city-owned museum located in the city of Enid, Oklahoma. The museum's exhibits include a large mineral and rock collection that features a 7,000-pound petrified stump and fluorescent rocks that must be viewed under a black light.
36°23'49"N • 97°52'45"W
Garfield County Courthouse
The Garfield County Courthouse is a historic courthouse building located in Enid, Oklahoma. It is on the National Register of Historic Places both individually and as a part of the Enid Downtown Historic District.
Art Deco architecture
Enid Armory
The Enid Armory was located in Enid, Oklahoma and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1988. The two-story building was constructed in 1936 as a Works Progress Administration project.
Cemetery
Enid Cemetery
The Enid Cemetery is a cemetery in Enid, Oklahoma. Together with the Calvary Catholic Cemetery, it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1996. Opened in the 1890s, the two cemeteries were designed in the rural cemetery style.
36°23'48"N • 97°52'38"W
Broadway Tower
The Broadway Tower, located in the Enid Downtown Historic District in Enid, Oklahoma, was constructed in 1931 by McMillen and Shelton Construction Company.
Tudor Revival architecture • Indian Hills
H. H. Champlin House
The H.H. Champlin House is a two-and-one half-story sandstone building designed in the Tudor Revival style. The house, completed in 1939, is located at 612 S. Tyler in Enid, Oklahoma.
36°23'40"N • 97°52'44"W
Enid Event Center
The Stride Bank Center is an arena in downtown Enid, Oklahoma.
36°23'33"N • 97°50'48"W
Clay Hall
Clay Hall is a mid-twentieth century women's dormitory located on the campus of Northern Oklahoma College in Enid, Oklahoma that has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2012. Architect Roy W. Shaw designed it for Phillips University in 1941.
Tudor Revival architecture • Indian Hills
Lamerton House
The Lamerton House is a historic house constructed in 1930 located on the 40-acre Lamerton Terrace property Enid, Oklahoma in Garfield County.
Neighbourhood
Waverley Historic District
The Waverley Historic District is located in Enid, Oklahoma, and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2006. It consists of four Waverley additions.
36°23'7"N • 97°49'42"W
Jackson School
Jackson School, built in 1936, is located in Enid, Garfield County, Oklahoma and listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1989. It is one of three Mission/Spanish Colonial buildings in Enid. The other two are the 1928 Rock Island Depot, also listed on the register, and the Ehly house, constructed in 1929 for local J.C.
Neighbourhood
Kenwood Historic District
The Kenwood Historic District is located north west of downtown Enid, Oklahoma and is named for Kenwood Boulevard, a diagonal street created in 1894. The neighborhood encompasses 160 acres of housing created between 1895 and 1915. Houses in the district were designed by A.A. Crowell and R.W.
36°23'47"N • 97°52'55"W
Ballroom Theatre
Concerts and shows • Theater

Day trips

Enid – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Enid, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Electric Park Pavilion (Blackwell), Scottish Rite Temple (Guthrie), Oklahoma Territorial Museum (Guthrie).

44 milesNE
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Electric Park Pavilion, Blackwell
The Electric Park Pavilion is a pavilion located in Blackwell, Oklahoma, designed in 1912 by W.L. McAltee. The pavilion was built as a "salute to electricity" and features a 160-foot domed ceiling, and an 800-seat auditorium.
44 milesSE
Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Scottish Rite Temple, Guthrie
The Scottish Rite Temple in Guthrie, Oklahoma, is a Masonic temple that serves as the home of the Scottish Rite in the Guthrie Valley, Oklahoma Orient, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, U.S.A.
44 milesSE
35°52'42"N • 97°25'16"W
Oklahoma Territorial Museum, Guthrie
History museum, Museum
29 milesNW
Natural attraction, Lake
Great Salt Plains Lake, Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge
Great Salt Plains Lake is a reservoir located within the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma in the United States named because of the salt flats in the area and for the Salt Fork Arkansas River, which is dammed to form the lake.
44 milesSE
35°52'42"N • 97°25'38"W
Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum, Guthrie
Science museum, Museum, Specialty museum

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What is the best time to visit Enid?

May, June and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in April. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.