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Our
bustling small town’s attractions range from Civil
War Battle Sites to the World’s Largest McDonalds
and several stops in between. Recreational and shopping
opportunities abound in this region around Grand Lake
O’ the Cherokees.
If you
are planning a visit to our area, make sure to set aside ample
time to visit the Cabin Creek Winery, the Eastern Trails Museum,
Little Cabin Pecan Company, Summerside Vineyards & Winery
and the unique boutiques nestled in our downtown business
district. You’ll also want to experience the savory
fare available at our many restaurants and cafes.
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The
Eastern Trails Museum, 215 W. Illinois, is
open Monday – Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00
p.m. Visitors can leisurely browse through history or
choose a guided tour of each exhibit.
The
Vinnie Ream Cultural Center, 1110
W. Canadian Avenue, provides many activities,
workshops and performances for the public to
enjoy. The cultural center is named after the
famous 19th century American artist, Vinnie
Ream. The turn of the century structure, that
is now home to the cultural center, hosts an
artist in residence by appointment.
Cabin
Creek, one of Oklahoma's premier wineries,
offers a charming country setting, beautiful
vineyard and quaint winery. Tours and tasting
are available and arrangements can easily be
made for large groups. You'll want to take time
to browse through their enticing collection of
wine related items and gifts. Cabin Creek is located
one mile west and one mile south of the I-44
Big Cabin Exit.
Summerside
Vineyards & Winery, one of Oklahoma's
premier wineries offering free wine tasting,
a beautiful gift shop, bistro and Farmers' Market.
You will find delightful special events hosted
all year long. The art gallery is a must see,
featuring a special professional artist each
month. Plan a visit to Summerside Vineyard &
Winery located at the I-44 Vinita Exit and Historic
Route 66.
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Vinita
is home to several buildings on the National Register
of Historic Landmarks, including the Hotel Vinita.
Our quaint downtown business district is chock full
of structures reminiscent of its Victorian history.
Vinita’s residential areas also serve as a showplace
for many beautiful early and pre-statehood homes. A
map and brief description of each home is available
at the Eastern Trails Museum.
Although
Vinita was not incorporated until 1871, a great
number of people settled in the area before then.
Cabin Creek, not far from Vinita, was the site of
a huge Civil War battle. In 1864, Confederate forces
captured over 100 wagons, 720 mules and other goods
valued at $1,500,000. The Battle of Cabin Creek
is re-enacted every three years. The next highly
anticipated re-enactment will be held in the fall
of 2004. Until then you can visit the battle site.
Our
historic movie theatre located in the downtown business
district has been completely renovated. The
Center 3 Theatre, which was constructed in
the 1920’s, is one of the earliest theatres to
be built in the state. The theatre offers residents
and visitors first run movies.
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There are two Will Rogers Historical Monuments
located in Vinita. The first monument serves as a Route
66 historical marker and was the first marker placed
in Oklahoma along Route 66. The second is at the world's
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Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees is a short drive from
Vinita. The beautiful lake was created in 1940 with
the completion of the Pensacola Dam on the Grand River.
The Pensacola Dam is the largest multi-arch dam in the
world.
The
World’s Largest McDonalds is
located on the Will Rogers Turnpike (I-44) near
the Vinita exit and is easily accessible from the City
of Vinita; there is no need to enter on to the turnpike.
This monstrous structure, spans over a four-lane highway
and covers 29,135 square feet.
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