The summer sun is hot, evenings are long, pool parties fill the calendar and you may be anxious for a getaway. Whether you want to explore locally or venture out-of-state, hit the road to visit these landmarks near you.
Oklahoma
Take a drive down Historic Route 66*. Oklahoma boasts a large section of the highway, which offers a variety of interesting attractions. Grab a soda at POPS*, pose for a photo at the Blue Whale* or order a hamburger at Waylan’s Ku-Ku Burger*. When it is time to fill up your car, pay with your Arvest Personal Credit Card to earn 5X Rewards1 on gas purchases. Be sure to activate your rewards and start earning now, because bonus points are only available from the time you activate until July 31.
Go for a swim at Turner Falls Park* in Davis. The park’s main attraction is its 77-foot waterfall, which flows into an area for swimming. Reserve a campsite and spend the weekend hiking trails and exploring everything the park has to offer.
Reflect on the history of a city when you visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum* in Oklahoma City. The memorial commemorates the victims and survivors of the 1995 Murrah Building bombing. Today, the location features an indoor interactive museum as well as an outdoor memorial, which stands on the grounds of the original structure.
Arkansas
Spend the afternoon wandering the halls and outdoor trails of Crystal Bridges* Museum of American Art, in Bentonville. The museum is free to the public and hosts events*throughout the year for visitors of various ages.
Relax and refresh at the historic bathhouses* in Hot Springs. Many believe the natural hot springs have healing properties and minerals. Not interested in a spa day? Consider exploring other unique attractions including antique shops, museums and art galleries.
Enjoy the scenic views of Mount Magazine* State Park in Logan County. The park is made famous as Arkansas’ highest point and offers accommodations*, hiking trails*,picnic areas, unique events* and many more exciting activities*.
Missouri
Venture underground at the Fantastic Caverns* in Springfield. You do not have to be adventurous to explore the beauty of the mile-long route — visitors ride in trams for the entirety of the tour. This is a great retreat from the high summer temperatures, with cavern temperatures hovering around 60 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.
Step back in history at the National WWI Museum and Memorial* in Kansas City. The museum offers events throughout the year highlighting different exhibitions and learning opportunities for the community, which can be easily found on its calendar*.
Take a stroll at Jacob L. Loose Park* in Kansas City. The property, donated by Ella Loose in honor of her husband, was the site of the Battle of Westport during the Civil War. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon enjoying the Rose Garden* and water features.
Do not forget to pay with your Arvest Personal Credit Card when you stop to fill up your car. Activate to earn 5X1 rewards points when you use your card at the pump.
Kansas
Venture out to the Ernie Miller Park and Nature Center* in Olathe. Revel in the peaceful sounds of nature as you hike the three miles of trails and explore the nature center. Slow down and enjoy the park’s amenities, which are free to the public.
If you are up for a bit of a longer road trip, consider visiting Strataca* – an underground salt museum in Hutchinson. Visitors can ride a shaft 650 feet underground into the salt mine itself. You will learn all about salt mining and experience a glimpse of what it was like in the early days.
Learn something new at the Spencer Museum of Art* at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. The museum houses more than 45,000 objects and a variety of exhibitions for visitors to enjoy. Before you visit, be sure to check out which current exhibitions* are on display.
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