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Shawnee

Oklahoma, United States · North America

About Shawnee

Shawnee sits on the route: 15 minutes from Tecumseh, 52km from POPS 66 Soda Ranch.

Shawnee is a town located in Oklahoma, United States. With a population of 31,286, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Shawnee sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Chicago time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Shawnee to your route.

About Shawnee

The Beard Cabin is a historic cabin listed on the National Register of Historic Places and located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Built in 1892, it is considered to be the first home built in Shawnee. The cabin was built by Etta Ray and her father, P.H. Ray. Assisting were Etta's future brother-in-law, John Beard as well as

Read more John's sister, Lola Beard. Etta later married Henry Beard and they were the first inhabitants. Sleeping quarters are located on the upper floor of the cabin. The home is furnished and may be toured by making arrangements at the Santa Fe Depot Museum. In 1999, the cabin was restored and moved to its present location, near the Santa Fe Depot on Main Street, after being damaged in a windstorm at Woodland Park in Shawnee. The Cleo Craig Foundation provided the funds for the relocation.

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Where is Shawnee located?

Shawnee is located in Oklahoma, United States, North America. The coordinates are 35.3273 latitude, -96.9253 longitude.

What is the population of Shawnee?

Shawnee has a population of approximately 31,286 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
31,286
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Oklahoma
Timezone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
35.3273, -96.9253

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Worth the detour from Shawnee

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

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POPS 66 Soda Ranch

A futuristic Route 66 stop in Arcadia, Oklahoma, marked by a 66-foot neon soda-bottle sculpture and stocking over 700 kinds of soda beside its glass-walled diner.

52 km · about 60 min drive

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Rock Cafe

A Route 66 landmark in Stroud, Oklahoma built from local sandstone in 1939, which inspired the character Sally Carrera in Pixar's Cars.

53 km · about 60 min drive

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