Oklahoma City has unveiled a 35-foot-tall cowboy boot sculpture outside the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, adding a new attraction to Route 66 as part of the highway’s centennial celebration.
Celebrating Oklahoma’s Cowboy Culture
The oversized sculpture celebrates two Oklahoma icons — cowboy culture and America’s most famous highway. Artist Cameron Eagle, who designed the piece, said the inspiration came from a lyric in the song “Kicks 66.”
Eagle explained that every detail of the sculpture was designed to reflect Oklahoma’s culture and identity. The boot is meant to represent Oklahoma and Oklahoma culture, and the design includes a cactus, which symbolizes strength and resilience.
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt said the goal was to create a landmark that connects the city to Route 66 and encourages visitors to stop and take photos. The cowboy boot joins a growing list of attractions across Oklahoma celebrating Route 66, including the Wellston Pin, a giant pushpin art installation marking the midpoint of Route 66 within the state.
Original reporting: Oklahoma City News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
