Jimmy Webb Itinerary
A bright star in the songwriting world, Jimmy Webb grew up fishing, camping and swimming in his native Oklahoma. This road trip takes you to some of the same campsites and swim beaches Webb enjoyed as a kid before guiding you to Oklahoma City where you can visit one of his favorite local music venues. Tour the capitol building he helped unveil with a live performance, and settle in for an authentic cowboy meal at one of Webb’s favorite steakhouses.
Laverne
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Laverne, OK
Stop 1: Laverne High School
Jimmy Webb spent his teenage years at Laverne High School where he completed ninth and tenth grade before his family moved to California during his junior year. During this time, he played piano at his father’s church and famously wrote songs for Jane Jayroe, former Miss America in 1967, who was also from Laverne.
Start from: 605 Jane Jayroe Blvd, Laverne, OK
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Arrive at: 3236 S Highway 8A, Watonga, OK
Watonga
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Watonga, OK
Stop 2: Roman Nose State Park
When Jimmy Webb was young, he would travel to Roman Nose State Park with his parents for day trips and picnics. Visit the park to enjoy beautiful scenery and recreational activities in one of Oklahoma’s original state parks.
Start from: 3236 S Highway 8A, Watonga, OK
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Arrive at: 2805 N McKinley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma City
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 3: The Blue Door
The Blue Door is one of Jimmy Webb’s favorite places to play in Oklahoma City. He says, “I return to the Blue Door…because I admire so much [the owner’s] efforts to keep live music going in Oklahoma.”
Start from: 2805 N McKinley Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 4: Oklahoma State Capitol
On November 16, 2002, Jimmy Webb helped celebrate the dedication and unveiling of the highly anticipated Oklahoma State Capitol dome with a live performance. The state capitol building is known for its public art displays and The Guardian, a massive statue of a Native American perched on top of the dome.
Start from: 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 1 Park Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 5: Skirvin Tower
Jimmy Webb loves Oklahoma City and refers to the Skirvin Tower as “one of the great Art Deco buildings in America.” The historic Skirvin Hotel, known for its elegant façade and rich history, has hosted everyone from oil barons to Presidents.
Start from: 1 Park Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: E of Downtown, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 6: Bricktown
One of downtown Oklahoma City’s main attractions, the Bricktown Entertainment District features top-notch restaurants as well as plenty of entertainment, shopping and nightlife hot spots. Jimmy Webb considers it one of the highlights of downtown OKC and a place that travelers should visit.
Start from: E of Downtown, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 1309 S Agnew Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 7: Cattlemen's
Cattlemen’s is one of Jimmy Webb’s favorite restaurants in Oklahoma. He recalls going to Historic Stockyards City on special occasions and still enjoys visiting this steakhouse for a hearty cowboy meal.
Start from: 1309 S Agnew Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 2601 S Villa Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 8: Jackson Junior High
Jimmy Webb attended Jackson Jr. High in Oklahoma City during seventh and eighth grade.
Start from: 2601 S Villa Ave, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 3101 SW 24th St, Oklahoma City, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
Stop 9: Rockwood Elementary School
After his family moved to Oklahoma City following his fifth grade year, Jimmy Webb finished elementary school at Rockwood Elementary.
Start from: 3101 SW 24th St, Oklahoma City, OK
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Arrive at: 6714 Oklahoma 77D, Davis, OK
More To Do in Oklahoma City
Davis
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Davis, OK
Stop 10: Falls Creek Baptist Camp
When Jimmy Webb was younger, he traveled with his parents to Falls Creek Baptist Camp in Davis.
Start from: 6714 Oklahoma 77D, Davis, OK
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Arrive at: Near the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Medicine Park, OK
More To Do in Davis
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Medicine Park
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Medicine Park, OK
Stop 11: Medicine Park
The quaint resort town of Medicine Park was a vacation destination for Jimmy Webb and his family. They would pitch a tent and camp out for a few days while enjoying swimming and water skiing.
Start from: Near the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, Medicine Park, OK
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Arrive at: 43393 Scissortail Rd, Lone Wolf, OK
More To Do in Medicine Park
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Lone Wolf
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Lone Wolf, OK
Stop 12: Lake Altus-Lugert at Quartz Mountain Nature Park
During his childhood, Jimmy Webb spent time at a Baptist camp located near Lake Altus-Lugert and Quartz Mountain Nature Park. Today, visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, bird watching and more within this southwest Oklahoma recreation hot spot.
Start from: 43393 Scissortail Rd, Lone Wolf, OK
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Arrive at: , , OK