E. K. Gaylord Building, Oklahoma City
This impressive symmetrical building is located in the heart of the city facing 4th Street and Broadway Avenue. It was named after E. K. Gaylord. The Gaylord family owned this 5-storey tower that was constructed in 1909 and housed the local publishing empire.
E. K. Gaylord Building is also known as Daily Oklahoman and OPUBCO building. The historic building has front applied columns with richly adorned chapters separating rows of window openings, the upper floor is lined with cornices and balustrade, and there are refined entrances on two main facades.
The building is listed on the National Register for Historic Places.
E. K. Gaylord Building is also known as Daily Oklahoman and OPUBCO building. The historic building has front applied columns with richly adorned chapters separating rows of window openings, the upper floor is lined with cornices and balustrade, and there are refined entrances on two main facades.
The building is listed on the National Register for Historic Places.
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Sight Name: E. K. Gaylord Building
Sight Location: Oklahoma City, USA (See walking tours in Oklahoma City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Oklahoma City, USA (See walking tours in Oklahoma City)
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Walking Tours in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Oklahoma City Historical Buildings
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles
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Travel Distance: 4.5 Km or 2.8 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles