Indian City USA
(Arcadia Press, Fall 2024)
by Bobbie Chew Bigby & Randy Palmer
One of the earliest, longest-running, and most cherished American Indian cultural attractions in the country, Indian City USA brought together multiple native tribes to share their cultures, histories, and arts with countless visitors over decades. Located in Anadarko, Oklahoma, Indian City USA was open from the mid-1950s through the end of the 2000s. Drawing on vibrant postcard images, family photographs, and maps, together with the oral histories of those who worked and lived there, this book provides a unique view into Indian City USA and what made it so special for so many people.
In this video (below), Bobbie and Randy speak about their book on Indian City USA to the Oklahoma Historical Society’s 2024 Conference.
During the 2024 American Indian Expo Parade, Randy and Bobbie were invited to be interviewed during the Parade by the Dodge Cast. Check out the video of the parade (left) and podcast episode (right)!