About Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow , located in northeast Oklahoma, is Tulsa's largest suburb. This city's name derived from the Creek Indian community that settled there before they moved out West. The Creek Indians broke the tree branches to make arrows, hence giving the city its name. Broken Arrow, Oklahoma started with an economic that was made up of agriculture. The city even had coal mines early in the 20th century. Main Street held most of Broken Arrow's commercial and church buildings. Today, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma holds a population of approximately 99,000 residents as per the US Census from 2010.The weather in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma tends to reach the lower 90s in the summer months and the lower to mid 20s during the cold winter months. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while January is the coldest month. The temperature is usually moderate throughout the summer and winter months with temperatures reaching a difference of 24 degrees both seasons.

Precipitation is usually about the same year round in Broken Arrow. May is the month that gets the most rain, but generally the precipitation is approximately 40.46 inches.Visitors of the city of Broken Arrow find plenty of attractions to drive around and see. From the Bass Pro Shops to the Parks and golf courses, there lies plenty of entertainment. There is even the Broken Arrow Community Playhouse filled with theatrical experiences! Among all of the attractions the city has to offer, there are also a wide arrays of cuisines to choose from. One can enjoy any meal from a nice steak to Mexican, Japanese, or Italian foods. All of these can be found in the Broken Arrow, Oklahoma business directory, or the Broken Arrow, Oklahoma yellow pages directory. For those visitors that like to take souvenirs back home with them, the Okie Boutique has tons of merchandise with the Oklahoma theme. Gift baskets, keepsakes, tote bags, ornaments, jewelry, and travel journals are just a few of the many customizable gifts you can find at the Okie Boutique. The Oklahoma Tourism Information Center has Oklahoma themed merchandise also. Deals and coupons can be found in the Broken Arrow, Oklahoma yellow pages directory.

Written by Lyndsey Morgan