“Greenwood Rising will educate Oklahomans and Americans about the Race Massacre and its impact on the state and Nation; remember its victims and survivors, and create an environment conducive to fostering sustainable entrepreneurship and heritage tourism within the Greenwood District specifically, and North Tulsa generally.””
— Senator Matthews
 
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 ABOUT GREENWOOD RISING

Greenwood Rising, a nonprofit qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, is a museum—an award-winning, world-class history center—that tells the story of Tulsa’s Historic Greenwood District in a holistic, experiential way. Its approach is narrative-centered.

We have compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Greenwood Rising since it opened in 2021. 

These FAQs are intended to provide you with deeper clarity and understanding of Greenwood Rising’s mission, financial history, and position on reparations, survivors, and descendants.

If you have any questions related to these questions, please contact us.

 
 
 
 

VISIT GREENWOOD RISING

Timed-entry tickets are required for scheduled visits, and we suggest that you purchase tickets online in advance of your visit.

EXPLORE BLACK HISTORY

Greenwood Rising tells the remarkable and resilient story of the Greenwood community by bringing the story to Tulsa’s Black Wall Street to life.

WALK OUR PATH

The Pathway to Hope acknowledges this history, elevates Black Wall Street icons, and encourages present-day healing of past, yet lingering, wounds.

 
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