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Blue Whale of Catoosa

Catoosa, Oklahoma
Blue Whale of Catoosa in Catoosa, Oklahoma
Photo: G. Edward Johnson, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Built1972
TypeGiant animals

A big blue concrete and iron whale along Route 66, built by Hugh Davis as a surprise for his wife and unveiled in 1972. Volunteers restored it after years of decline, and the city opened a visitor center there in 2026.

Where is Blue Whale of Catoosa?

Blue Whale of Catoosa is in Catoosa, Oklahoma. The pin shows the town, so check the exact spot before you go.

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Where is Blue Whale of Catoosa?

Blue Whale of Catoosa is in Catoosa, Oklahoma. The map pin marks the town, so check the exact spot before you drive. Tap Get directions on this page to open it in Google Maps.

When was Blue Whale of Catoosa built?

Blue Whale of Catoosa dates from 1972.

What other giant roadside attractions are near Blue Whale of Catoosa?

The closest on our map are Golden Driller in Tulsa (about 11 miles away as the crow flies), Buck Atom Space Cowboy in Tulsa (about 12 miles away as the crow flies), Meadow Gold Mack in Tulsa (about 12 miles away as the crow flies).

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