Guthrie, founded during the land run of 1889 was the original Oklahoma State Capital until it was eclipsed by the economic development of Oklahoma City, a junction for several railroads and major industry. A successful campaign was started by OKC business leaders and by 1910 the seal was moved in the middle of the night to Oklahoma City. Guthrie began to dwindle in size and slipped into an economic sleep which lasted seventy years.

The happy result of Guthrie's misfortune is that Guthrie is a perfectly preserved victorian city. It is the largest urban historic district in the United States. The industry which opened up for this town is historical tourism. It's a terrific destination for a day trip to enjoy "Old West" museums, a luxurious Bed and Breakfast or stunning architecture.

At Christmas time, Guthrie is one of my "must do's". I make a point to bundle up and head to main street to stroll downtown and drink in the sights and sounds of Christmas as shop windows are filled with "Living Christmas Displays" and shopkeepers serve light refreshments to visitors while the streets are filled with carolers, carriages and peanut vendors. If you really want to impress your sweetie and you plan ahead, you could get tickets to the Territorial Christmas Play at the historic Pollard Theatre! You'd earn some serious points for this creative date night!!