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: Thanksgiving in 1943
Observing Thanksgiving Day during World War 2 had a much different meaning than it might today. See what it was like.
November 23, 2022This Week in Sapulpa History: The Castle of Sapulpa
A building that became known as "The Castle" was actually an elementary school and became an iconic landmark in town until a fateful fire in 1911.
November 12, 2022This Week in Sapulpa History: The History of Holmes Field
From a football field, to an elementary school...how did Holmes Field get its name?
October 21, 2022This Week in Sapulpa History: The Building of a Million Stories
This week, the building that we all refer to as the Sapulpa Herald building is scheduled to be torn down. Here is a look at the past and the significance the building at 16 South Park St has had in the town’s history.
October 10, 2022This Week in Sapulpa History: How Sapulpa Earned a Vessel
During World War I, many images of the war, such as the battles, war bonds ads, soldiers, military vehicles, vessels, and weaponry were showcased throughout every newspaper in the nation, including Sapulpa’s own papers.
October 1, 2022This Week in Sapulpa History: Before the Chieftains, there were the Outlaws
Before we were the Chieftains, Sapulpa was known by several names, most prominently, the Outlaws. What led to the change?
September 24, 2022