History & Preservation

Explore Kendall-Whittier's history, share memories, discuss historic places, and help preserve the neighborhood's heritage.

Neighborhood History

Discuss how Kendall-Whittier developed, from its earliest settlements through the streetcar era, the oil boom, and the neighborhood we know today.

Historic Buildings & Preservation

Discuss historic homes, schools, churches, businesses, and other buildings. Share concerns about demolition, restoration, and preservation.

Historic Photographs, Maps & Documents

Share old photographs, maps, newspaper articles, documents, and other records that help tell our neighborhood's story.

People & Neighborhood Memories

Share stories about longtime residents, families, businesses, neighborhood characters, and everyday life in Kendall-Whittier.

Schools, Churches & Community Institutions

Explore the history of neighborhood schools, churches, civic organizations, and other institutions that helped shape Kendall-Whittier.

Transportation & Neighborhood Changes

Discuss streetcars, railroads, Route 66, highways, urban renewal, and how transportation projects changed the neighborhood.

The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre

Explore Kendall-Whittier's connections to the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, including documented events, locations, participants, and historical records.