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Woody Guthrie Statue |
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Oklahoma is one of the most important states in the Southcentral part of United States of America as far as tourism in concerned. Thousands of national and international tourists visit different parts of Oklahoma because there is so much to see and learn there. Apart from dozens of sightseeing spots and historical sites, there are several other places of interest in Oklahoma including statues of renowned personalities in the fields of music and films. Woody Guthrie Statue is one such thing in Oklahoma that attract tourists in large numbers, specially people who love folk music.
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You would find the wonderful Woody Guthrie Statue in Okemah, the hometown of the man, who is considered as the greatest folk balladeer of America and he is the man who wrote the famous 'This land is your land'. The huge Woody Guthrie Statue was erected in the Memorial Park on Main Street in Okemah in 1988, 31 years after the death of the great personality. Apart from its importance as a tourist spot, Woody Guthrie Statue in Memorial Park is now an important pilgrimage destination.
Large number of people gather near Woody Guthrie Statue in Okemah in the summer as it is the time for Woody Guthrie Folk Festival which is held to celebrate Woody Guthrie's legacy. You would get an opportunity to listen some of the greatest folk songs sung by Woody Guthrie if you are there in summer. The annual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival is is organized by the Woody Guthrie Coalition which was founded by Mary Jo Edgmon, Woody's sister.
By visiting Okemah and watching Woody Guthrie Statue you would not only get informed about the life and creation of this great man but would also get an idea about the culture of the people of Okemah. So if you are planning a trip to Okemah then plan it in such a way so that you get some time to spend at the Woody Guthrie Statue.
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