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Parks, Culture and Recreation

Deputy City Administrator | Director, Parks, Culture and Recreation: Anna America

Mission & Vision Statement: To create, provide and preserve quality parks and recreation opportunities that meet community needs for the health and well-being for all Tulsa citizens.

Quick Facts: Tulsa Parks manages 135 parks covering roughly 6,553 acres. This includes the Redbud Valley Nature Preserve, two specialty centers, and six community centers with various amenities including, fitness facilities, gymnasiums, art studio space and meeting rooms. There are 57 miles of walking trails, one skate park, three dog parks, and five swimming pools. In addition, there are 227 sports fields*, 99 playgrounds, 94 tennis courts, 8 outdoor pickleball courts, 13 water playgrounds, 18 splash pads, 96 picnic shelters, 4 golf courses and 8 disc golf courses.**

*132 diamond fields and 95 rectangular fields
**29 basketball courts and 36 half courts

Contact:
Email: tulsaparks@cityoftulsa.org
(918) 596-PARK (7275)


Staff Highlight

Big congrats to Lee Anne Zeigler!
Our WaterWorks Executive Director was nominated by former Mayor Kathy Taylor to be a part of the exclusive Mayfest Invitational Gallery-and she's in!
Lee Anne will be showing off two of her beautiful handwoven scarves during Mayfest (May 9 -11) at the 101 Archer Center, with her work on display all month and available online starting May 1.
We're so proud of you, Lee Anne!

Upcoming Events

  • Stargazing in the night sky | Hunter Park | April 5 | 7:30-10 p.m.
  • Family Stem Night | Hicks Community Center | April 10 | 5-7:30 p.m.
  • PAWS Egg Hunt | Whiteside Community Center | April 12 | 10-11 a.m.
  • Hop N' Go Easter event | Jane A Malone Community Center| April 15 | 5:30-6 p.m.
  • Earth Day Party | Jane A. Malone Community Center | April 25 | 1-3 p.m.
  • Kids Spring fishing derby | Braden Park | May 3 | 9-11 a.m.
  • Whiteside Spring Carnival | Whiteside Community Center | May 9 | 6-8 p.m.


Quick Links

Park Map & Locations | Park Rules & Department Policies | Recreation Programs & CentersEnroll Online for Programs & Events |



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