Simple Pleasures in Kay County
A home-cooked meal, the county fair and a place to cool off in the hot summer months is what you’ll find in the cities of Blackwell, Newkirk and Tonkawa in Kay County.
Founded in 1893, the entirety of downtown Newkirk is on the National Register of Historic Places with the largest collection of limestone buildings in Oklahoma. If you’re after a taste of history in Kay County, head to the Newkirk Community Museum or the Newkirk Heritage Center.
If you’re looking for a casino getaway, Newkirk has got you covered. This small north-central Oklahoma town offers casinos big and small to fit your gaming style - from the sprawling SouthWind Casino Newkirk to smaller operations like the 7 Clans Gasino Chilocco. Newkirk is also home to the Native Lights Casino and 7 Clans First Council Casino, which also has a luxurious onsite hotel and indoor waterpark for guests.