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: Community Christmas
The story of how Sapulpa got its community Christmas Tree, which stood for 75 years until the ice storm of 2007.
December 25, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: Sapulpa’s hand-made glass
The relocation of Sunflower Glass Co. to Sapulpa would give the town four glass companies, each with their own purpose. Sunflower was known for its hand-blown glass. But could it last?
December 10, 2023Remembering Pearl Harbor: A collection of our most memorable stories about the “Day of Infamy”
On today, the 82nd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we look at some of our most memorable stories regarding the attack and its surprising connections to Sapulpa.
December 7, 2023This Week in Sapulpa History: “Steel Demon Runs Wild”
In the 1910s Sapulpa was becoming famous as a railroad town and with a great workforce, more trains were coming. But an accident was waiting to happen. This week in History, a "steel demon" ran wild.
December 3, 2023The old Bartlett-Collins Christmas Star returns, twenty-five years later
Though it hasn't been seen in over 25 years, that nostalgic symbol of local Christmas charm is going to enjoyed again by a new generation of Sapulpans, thanks to Swick, who told Sapulpa Times awhile back he was "planning to bring the star back."
November 30, 2023Been There, Done That: Thanksgiving 23
"Thanksgiving 23: A Hubbel family celebration in Oklahoma with farm life, international guests, and a taste of Scotland."
November 29, 2023
Do You Remember…Ed Wells?
Ed Wells was a retired military vet, local businessman, and community citizen who served his fellow man and God for most of his life. Learn more about Ed inside.
Do You Remember…Honey Valley Nursery?
From potted plants to pecan trees, Honey Valley Nursery at 1026 East Lincoln Avenue was the “go-to” place in Sapulpa for amateur horticulturists.