I was just driving along and saw a sign for Will Rogers birthplace and growing up a farm boy (in Kansas) I knew exactly who this storied Oklahoman was. I had to go, and was I ever glad I did. Very well preserved and maintained old house with a great view. If you are ever in the Tulsa area, or even if you aren't, this is a great stop. Take a lunch and after you have walked the house and grounds, stop and eat under a tree at the home of one of the greatest Americans of all time.
This is my husband and my favorite place to relax. The view is breathtaking. The animals are free roaming and friendly. Definitely a terrific place to take kiddos,
We first drove to the birth home of Will Rogers near Oolagah. An informative, self-guided tour played in the home. In the barn there were several movies about Will Rogers that were quite good. The views from the hill overlooking the lake were spectacular.
Another part of Will's legacy right there for all to see. Cute little farm house where Will was born. Animals wander around as you tour the farm. Must see
If you have the chance to stop by and see this house, you must do it! It was simply wonderful. The house, barn, and grounds are immaculate. You will be so surprised to see how well kept the home is for the age it is. It is simply stunning. The location on the lake is breathtaking. You will be greeted by numerous animals as you drive in and walk up. Horses, donkeys, goats, dogs, a mouthy cat, chickens, and a beautiful peacock just to name a few. This is definitely a place to take children, or if you love animals and history like I do just yourself. :)It was free to tour the grounds and would be beautiful to have a picnic there. Stop by and enjoy both history, stunning nature, and amusing animals.PS...there are clean restrooms here to use and to wash your hands after petting the animals.
The original "White House On the Verdigris", of course, is not found at its original location; that spot is now at water's edge (I've been to it years ago, back in the late 1980s you could still see the rock foundation outline when the lake was at normal elevation). But the spot that the house was moved to is a perfect location, and the grounds are very nicely kept. Unlike many historical locations and attractions that seem to fade over the years, this place just keeps looking better year after year. And, that keeps me interested in returning to visit.
A quaint and sentimental visit if you're of an age where you know anything practical about Will Rogers. If you don't, then it will likely be as fun as a history lesson at school. If you're taking children, you might watch a few old Will Rogers movies or newsreals to give them some insight of this famous Oklahoman, otherwise they will probably be bored out of their skulls, which might be the case, anyway.
Will Roger's home at his birthplace is on a quiet hillside on Oolagah lake. Very beautiful home with a beautiful view. There is a barn with some animals for kids to pet. They have goats, donkeys, cats and some cattle. The home is a little museum. In the barn they have a video to watch with some of his tricks he did.
This ranch is a great place to take kids to see what life was like in Oklahoma at the turn of the 20th century. It also has a wonderful view overlooking Oologah Lake.
The home of Will Rogers (which has been relocated from its original spot, lest it be under Lake Oologah) is open and you can just wander around the house and property without admission. Of course, you may donate. When I pulled up, I was greeted by goats and a peacock. The setting of the home is beautiful. But I was there specifically because I’m a both a history buff and a Will Rogers fan, so for me it was great. It was a lovely stop.