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Inside OKC / February 16, 2026

Leadership Notes: Iconic Projects Require Innovative Partnerships

In this month’s Leadership Notes, Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater highlights how the new Cloud Embrace installation in Bricktown showcases Oklahoma City’s commitment to innovative collaboration, placemaking and strengthening the visitor experience through thoughtful investment.

By Christy Gillenwater
Inside OKC / February 4, 2026

New Public Art Coming to Bricktown

An exciting new public art installation called Cloud Embrace is coming to the Bricktown Entertainment District. The public is invited to the ribbon cutting on Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. in United Way Plaza at Reno and Walnut Ave.

By Chamber Staff
Inside OKC / January 9, 2026

Bolt Tower Rises as a New Landmark at OKC Fair Park

A new landmark now rises above OKC Fair Park, blending public art, innovation and community history. The 72-foot Bolt Tower sculpture was recently dedicated, marking another milestone in the ongoing transformation of one of Oklahoma City’s most iconic destinations.

By Tori Walach
Inside OKC / January 5, 2026

What's Coming to OKC in 2026

As we reflect on 2025, Oklahoma City experienced more than our fair share of newness, including the opening of OKANA Indoor Resort & Waterpark, the first season of the OKC Comets, Perle Mesta and a stunning renovation of the Skirvin Hilton, plus the Lively Hotel and a bevy of stylish dining and retail options at the OAK

By VisitOKC
Inside OKC / November 28, 2025

New Year’s Rev rocks TIFF with OKC roots

A punk rock road trip with deep Oklahoma roots just made its world debut on one of the biggest international stages. New Year’s Rev, a comedic coming-of-age film sparked by an idea from Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September. Behind its rebellious humor and cross-country storyline is a story that shines a spotlight on Oklahoma City’s rising film industry.

By Lynzee Misseldine
Inside OKC / November 6, 2025

Dedication marks a new chapter in OKC’s civil rights legacy

Thousands gathered in downtown Oklahoma City on Saturday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m. at the intersection of North Robinson Avenue and West Main Street to dedicate the Clara Luper National Sit-In Plaza—a new landmark honoring Clara Luper and the original 13 students who sat down at a segregated lunch counter in 1958 at Katz Drug Store downtown.

By Chamber Staff
VeloCity Q&A / June 19, 2019
Tommy Yi
President & Cofounder,
StarSpace46
I thought there was a huge opportunity here, especially with MAPS 3 starting to take shape. I saw Oklahoma City as a sandbox of opportunity. That compelled me to really make a choice to stay here and build something like this.
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