You only think you know Sapulpa.
Every week we publish stories of Sapulpa's history, recalling both the events at the time, and the nostalgia for days gone by. Dig in and learn more about what the Sapulpa of yesteryear was like.
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This Week in Sapulpa History: The Sapulpa Pressed Brick Company Thrives
This week in Sapulpa history, on June 2, 1905, it was announced that Sapulpa Pressed Brick Company was doing well, in fact, it was the “largest in the Territory.”
May 30, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Grow That Beard!
As part of 1948's celebration of Sapulpa's 50th anniversary, the Junior Chamber of Commerce held a "whisker derby" that dominated the summer months. Read this fun story!
May 21, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Enter Here, Exit There—Turnpike Opens
The oldest of the state's turnpikes officially opened this week in 1953. Sapulpa played a large role in its dedication.
May 18, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Great Time in Growing Sapulpa
On May 11th, 1906, the Sapulpa Light, predecessor to the Sapulpa Herald, ran several articles in their paper, promoting the town. The articles revolved around the virtues of Sapulpa, and what there is to offer about the City of Sapulpa.
May 11, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Booker T. Washington High School Wins!
In the Annual Interscholastic Meet, Sapulpa's B.T.W. regularly bested other schools like McAlester, Guthrie, Luther, and others.
April 30, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: A necessary traffic light is installed
After a hit-and-run killed a mother of 7 outside of Liberty Glass, the city decided to install a light at intersection, the site of several such accidents during shift changes.
April 26, 2023