Ponca City Attractions
Ponca City (pop. 30,000) is located in north central Oklahoma. The town was created during the land runs of the late 1800s. The settlement was built in the midst of the Cherokee Strip which was reserved for the American Indians. President Grover Cleveland opened the land for settlement. The town has many historic attractions.
The Ponca City Art Center is housed in the Soldani Mansion built by Anthony Godance Soldani, a French Osage Indian. The house features artists' exhibits, art classes, workshops, and an annual Fine Arts Festival.
Hours:
1pm-5pm; Closed: Mon, Tue
Facilities: Gift shop
The Sun 'n Fun Water Park is located east of Ponca City. It features waterpark attractions as well as go-karts, bumper boats, mini-golf and kiddie rides. There is an on-site campground with games room, horseshoes and shuffleboard.
Tips: Call for hours. Spring and Fall hours - dry attractions only. Additonal costs for rides, mini-golf, etc.