Yukon, which began in 1891 with a population of around 25 people, has grown to be a stunning small town of roughly 28,000 people.
The town started with Texas cattleman A. N. Spencer, who was a railroad builder constructing a train route between El Reno and Arkansas, recognized that there were no stops or settlements between El Reno and Oklahoma City. The rest, as they say, is history.
Nowadays, Yukon is governed by a Council-Manager system. The City Council is made up of five members, one from each Ward. They serve four-year terms after being elected.
The city’s Czech Hall is a national and state historic property dedicated to the preservation of Czech culture, history, and customs. The Czech Festival, held on the first Saturday in October, and the Chisholm Trail and Crawfish Festival, held on the first Saturday in June, are two community events.
Chisholm Trail Park is one of three lush parks in central Yukon that are linked to Mulvey’s Pond. It’s on the east side of Holly Avenue, just south of Vandament Road. Many of the light displays during the Annual Christmas in the Park event take place here, and it is the focal point of the July 4th Freedom Festival.
Two picturesque Gazebos and a big Pavilion are tucked around Boot Hill. There are many tree-lined walking paths, stunning views from Boot Hill, large open areas, and lots of places to rest and relax in this park. Take a walk around Chisholm Trail Park to reconnect with nature.
At the Yukon Historical Museum, learn about the fascinating history of a community along the Chisholm Trail. Much of Yukon’s history is on exhibit in this museum, which is heavily influenced by Czech culture and is also the birthplace of renowned country music artist Garth Brooks.
Artifacts dating back to the late 1800s are on display. It is located in a three-story former school building that was built in 1910. It has antiques, a Czech history room, and exhibits on the history of the “Yukon’s Best” flour mill. A doctor’s office and a schoolroom from the early 1900s are also on display.
Yukon was founded in the late 1800s and has a lot to offer in terms of historical sites. Downtown Yukon, which is located along the famous Route 66, is home to a variety of businesses and restaurants as well as the historic houses of the town’s founders.
In 1926, Route 66 was routed through Yukon, and it became the city’s major highway, bringing people to the downtown area. When I-40, like other parts of Route 66, was built farther south, fewer people passed through the little community.
The Yukon Veterans Museum opens every Saturday morning to offer tourists a firsthand look at the military. Explore relics and hear battle and soldier tales. For special requests and visits, you may also contact the museum.
Rest assured that an expert curator of the museum will be on hand to explain each of the items on display and discuss historical aspects of specific exhibits with you.
