Bartlesville, OK Real Estate, Homes For Sale, School & Area Information

Bartlesville, OK, is a treasure trove of character and experiences waiting to be uncovered. From the majestic architecture of the Price Tower and historic Phillips Home to the natural beauty of Woolaroc, lush parks, and hidden play structures, this city blends art, heritage, and nature seamlessly. As an agent, sharing these curated “hidden gems” brings to life Bartlesville’s allure in a way that resonates deeply with clients seeking not just a house, but a story-filled home.

Fall brings vibrant vibes to Bartlesville, such as Sunfest, Oklahoma Indian Summer (complete with pow-wows), and Dewey’s Western Heritage Weekend (Tom Mix parade and wild west shows), adding unforgettable local flair. Visit the following for more points of interest in Bartlesville!

Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve:
A 3,700-acre sanctuary born from oil-baron Frank Phillips’s retreat. Part gallery, part preserve—Woolaroc houses Western and Native American art, rifles, rare artifacts, and even the aircraft that won the 1927 Dole Air Race. Expect roaming bison, elk, and immersive history in every turn.
Insider Tip: Don’t miss the hidden gems inside—like the rustic original lodge where Phillips entertained and off-the-beaten-path galleries with rotating art showcases.

Price Tower Arts Center (and The Inn):
Frank Lloyd Wright’s solitary skyscraper, rising 19 stories in Bartlesville, is an architectural rarity turned arts center and boutique hotel. Explore design exhibitions and dine with sweeping views in the restaurant-bar perched high above.

Historic Elegance & Architectural Heritage: Frank Phillips Home: A Neo-Classical mansion offering three levels of grand tours and history-driven charm, filled with original furnishings and stories from the oil boom era.

Downtown & Union Depot: Wander the evolved streets of Bartlesville’s historic district—featuring the Santa Fe locomotive No. 940, a restored caboose, and the original oil-tank car—a real treat for history and train enthusiasts alike.

Serenity & Outdoor Adventures
Jo Allyn Lowe Park & Pathfinder Parkway - Spanning 32 acres, this arboretum brings tranquility with its lake, memorial trees, and access to a beloved multi-use trail that stretches across the city along rivers and parks.

Osage Prairie Trail & Lee Lake - Birdwatchers and nature lovers rejoice! The prairie trail offers peaceful spots to observe native species, while Lee Lake provides prime urban fishing, kayaking, and a dog-friendly park beside serene waters.

Quirky & Unusual Gems
Playtower - An imaginative tower influenced by Space Age design and Möbius strip-like geometry—it’s playful, unique, and perfect for a local photo stop.

Old Washington County Courthouse: Built in 1913 in the Second Renaissance Revival style, this historic courthouse stands as an elegant architectural gem in the heart of town.

If you are ever in Bartlesville or are looking for a destination to visit, try the Philips Petroleum Company Museum. This museum is a great place to visit and learn about the history of the Bartlesville area and how Frank L. Wright helped to establish this northern community during the oil boom at the turn of the century. This museum is free to the public and contains all kinds of neat exhibits and historical information. This a great spot for kids and families to explore.

We are seeing some great weather and some even better weather heading this way. Next week, on Wednesday, we are looking at a high of 66 degrees and a low of 43 degrees. Considering that eight years ago, on this date, it was 110 degrees. So today 73 now and the high is supposed to be 88, it is going to be a great day.

Obviously, I'm old. Because I am always talking about the weather. Our forecast for the next two weeks is outstanding. We have a chance of rain every day, some days it's only a 10% chance, but it's a chance. And not a single day is forecasted to hit 90 degrees. And so far we still have not had a triple-digit day this year.

We are closing out the last week of July and so far we have not seen triple digits yet. Five days left in the month and the weather reports and forecast is below normal temperature. It looks like we are looking at mid and the lower 80's and chances of rain. We have four days of chances of rain. So a cooler and wetter end of July sounds great.

After a week of intermittent rain, it is time to dry out. This week we had day after day of chances to rain and actual rain. It is really soggy and people can't get their yards mowed due to all the water. After today the forecast changes and we don't have any rain for a full week. So, this weekend, you will be hearing a lot of mowing going on. It is still great weather to go and enjoy the Pathfinder or one of our many parks.

Bartlesville, years ago, built a path that waves its way through parts of Bartlesville. The path goes through the woods and along the Caney River. It is a great way to spend some time and enjoy the peace and quiet and listen to the wind blowing through the trees and leaves. Everything is turning green and all the birds and butterflies out taking care of their business. My personal favorite stretch is form Silver Lake Road to the Caney River. The bridge over the river is incredible.

Ok, we feel like we are trapped inside. But we aren't, we can go outside. It is a beautiful day in Bartlesville and an outstanding day to go to the park for a picnic. Or we can even just have a picnic in your own yard if you would feel more comfortable. Being in the sun is a great mood changer and being in the sun makes you healthier or so I've heard.

The Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve is a fantastic place to explore for the whole family. Just south of Bartlesville, the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve has wild animals, a huge art and cultural museum complex, a lookout tower you can climb, and a snack bar with cool beverages to enjoy. Being a resident of Tulsa, I make a pilgrimage to the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve every year. There is always something new to see and experience. I love to take photographs of the animals, statues, and art work within the museum. It in many ways is the history of Oklahoma all in one place. Combining the old with the new, Native American culture, Western heritage, and the oil industries early origins in our state. If you are coming to Oklahoma or live here and have never been, do not miss the Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve.

Good morning all, it is going to be a beautiful day today in Bartlesville. Today we are going to have a high of 64 degrees with a light breeze. No chance of storms or rain. And going into the weekend and all next week the temperature will be over 60 degrees. Great weather for taking walks, enjoying many of the Bartlesville parks, taking the Pathfinder through the woods and grilling on your back porch.

Construction continues on the Tower Center at Unity Square, located near Sixth Street and Dewey Avenue. The community green space will feature a performance stage, lawn area, centralized locations for food truck service and a water feature, as well as the existing fountain, natural rock, boulders and native grasses throughout, restrooms and a storage facility. The project was approved by voters in the 2018 General Obligation Bond Election.

So yesterday was a big day. Super Bowl, Groundhog Day and Palindrome Day 02-02-2020 backwards is 0202-20-20. And it got up to 70 degrees.

And today was the day the music died. When we lost Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. And again it got up to 70 degrees. Great weather, love the weather. Tomorrow's forecast is 35 degrees all day and raining then turning colder down to 30 and then down to 26 and snowing. Wouldn't trade it for anything. We get three seasons in three days. Gotta love Oklahoma weather.

Spring clean-up: Vouchers permit free trip to landfill. Bartlesville residents who haven't yet received their voucher for a free trip to Osage Landfill in their utility bill should get it in their next bill, Public Works Director Keith Henry said this week.

The common saying in Oklahoma is, "If you don't like the weather wait five minutes."
Yesterday it was go enjoy the outdoors kind of day. Put on your shorts and short sleeve shirt and enjoy the outdoors. Today, it is freezing! Actually 35 degrees. But, with the wind it cuts right through you. So, today enjoy a fire and wait five minutes for spring to come back and tease us.

A Pirate ship was recently installed in Johnstone Park, just south of Kiddie Park, thanks to a Community Development Block Grant Small Cities Set Aside Program grant and matching City funds. The ship is made of environmentally friendly Robinia wood, which has a high content of naturally occurring preservatives so it doesn't have to be treated for rot in any way, and the painted features are done with environmentally friendly, water-based acrylic paint. Access to the ship is available during regular park hours.

Washington Park Mall is holding a Blood Drive Sunday, December 22 from 10:30-4:30 p.m.
During the holidays there is always a need for more blood. Especially if you are O negative.

Photos with Santa will be starting tomorrow, Saturday November 30. They will be starting at 12:00 noon and going into the evening. It will be at Washington Mall of Hwy 75 here in Bartlesville.

City of Bartlesville offices will be closed this Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, for Thanksgiving. Thursday trash routes will be serviced on Wednesday, November 27, this week. Friday routes will be serviced on Friday, November 29, as regularly scheduled. The recycling center will be closed on Thursday and will re-open as normally scheduled on Friday.

Bartlesville's most entertaining fundraiser, Dancing with the Bartlesville Stars, will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This is a fundraiser for the Paths to Independence organization. Paths to Independence is a non-profit corporation established to provide services to individuals with autism and their families.

The last couple of days we had temperatures in the 60's. It had been really nice. Pleasant weather to rake the leaves or get a jump on your outside Christmas decorations. Tomorrow we have a chance of rain and temperatures in the 40's.

We unveiled a new Christmas feature at Fantasy Land of Lights in the park. Which is where we light up a park with Christmas decorations and play Christmas music. It is really nice to drive through. It is at Johnstone Park and it started Tuesday the 20th and goes through Christmas.

Gee whiz. When did it turn to winter? Yesterday it was in the 70's and then today it is in the 40's with wind and misting rain. Perfect time to buy a new home with a fireplace and some windows. I do believe that is my plan for the night. Go home and build a fire and read a book.

Run the Streets Woolaroc 8k is this weekend at Woolaroc, just outside of Bartlesville. This route for the 8K takes you through the buffaloes and deer and zebras. It is one of the most unusual running routes that you will ever do. We are expecting about 600 runners.

We have been waiting for this for quite awhile. It feels like fall has finally showed up. It got down to the mid 50's last night and is supposed to be in the 70's today. And the forecast for the week has Thursday down to 41 and then Friday a low of 34 and high of 54. Now that's something I can live with.

October comes from the Greek word ôcto, meaning eight. Because October was the eighth month on the old calendar before they added January and February. And finally the temperature has dropped and giving us the relief that we have been looking for. It is going to be great weather to get out and do things around Bartlesville. This weekend on Friday we are having some live music at Platinum our new Cigar Bar, downtown. And on Saturday we are having an "Oktoberfest" in Downtown Bartlesville. Put on by Oklahoma Mozart, it will be held Saturday from 4:00-11:00 p.m.