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The Council Oak Tree + the Tallasi Creek
Council Oak Tree Foundation in the news.
TULSA, Okla- Tulsa’s Council Oak Tree Park will be transferred to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. The announcement came from Mayor G.T. Bynum during the annual Council Oak Tree Day ceremony, held Sat, Nov 9. Bynum stated that he was initiating the transfer of the property from the City of Tulsa to the MCN.
Council Oak Tree to be transferred to the Muscogee (Creek) Nation
November 12, 2024
The City of Tulsa is transferring ownership of a historical landmark, the “Council Oak” tree, to the Muscogee Creek Nation, which considers the site a sacred reminder of their new home after removal on the Trail of Tears.
Tulsa Transfers Ownership Of Historic Council Oak, Stickball Parks To Muscogee Nation
November 11, 2024
Ownership of Council Oak and Stickball parks will be restored to the Muscogee Nation. “The decisions about what happens on this sacred ground needs to be made by the Muscogee Creek Nation moving forward, and that is why we are initiating this transfer of land,” Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum said Saturday morning during the tribe’s annual Oak Tree Day ceremony.
Ownership of Council Oak Park returned to Muscogee Nation
November 9, 2024
People believe the Council Oak Tree has been here for hundreds of years. It's seen many generations of people who've lived in the neighborhood around it, and the newest residents worked to preserve the area for generations to come.
Neighbors Coming Together To Preserve Overlooked History in Downtown Tulsa
May 14, 2024
A Tulsa neighborhood group, in its infancy but bolstered by an early grant and a widespread plea for public support, aims to give the ancient Creek Council oak tree new life.
Rooting for respect: Grassroots effort underway to preserve the Creek Council oak tree and tend to the upkeep of its nearby park spaces
April 29, 2024
TVLSE, Oklv – This spring the Council Oak Tree will be getting a visit from an arborist to assess its overall health. The Tulsa Riverview Neighborhood Association (RVNA) and the Muscogee (Creek) Nation have partnered to preserve and sustain the living monument to the Nation and Tulsa city history.
Tulsa’s Riverview Neighborhood Association and MCN team up to support the Council Oak Tree
March 11, 2024
Foundation Initiatives
What We Do
Park Maintenance
Grounds & Tree Care
Our volunteers facilitate upkeep for the tree and surrounding parks including lightning protection, weeding, etc.
Improve Biodiversity
Responsible Beautification
In partnership with organizations like the Euchee Butterfly Farm, we will continue enhancing the natural landscape around the tree with native plants.
Community Engagement
Celebrations & More
From park clean up days to special events celebrating the Council Oak Tree, there are plenty of ways for the community to get involved!
Historic Preservation
Telling Tulsa's Story
Our team envisions sharing the story of the Council Oak Tree and founding of Tulsa by encouraging tourism to the surrounding parks. These efforts will include improving onsite signage and online promotion.
