Norman should be ranked in Steampunk, not just football!
Bit of rebuttal to blogger's 'Most Steampunk Cities in America'
Norman, OK boasts many Steampunk & Victorian treasures. In our last blog we shared info on our train, our award-winning art collection, our foundry, and more. History, craftsmanship, and talent are important; however, much of steampunk was founded in literature's science fiction.
Books were sorely missing from the 'Most Steampunk Cities' article. From 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea to Anubis Gates to Extraordinary Engines, Norman is home to many booksellers. In addition to national chains, like Barnes & Noble, over seven used bookstores offer shoppers rare and collectable titles. Science fiction reading and writing clubs are available both on campus and off. Airship Crimson Steamer's professor Jeff Provine is a published sci-fi author & is available to anyone interested in more information. You can find him on fb or in person on campus teaching English or leading the Haunted Ghost Tour.
With the matter of literature and science fiction addressed, we review 'Most Steampunk Cities' rank of communities using their measurements:
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| Lovely steampunk weddings are hosted in Norman, home to Whispering Pines. |
- Formal wear
- Paranormal Societies
- Antique Stores
- Walk-ability
- Steampunk conventions
- Flea markets
- Salvage yards
- Hardware stores
Formal Wear -
- Al's Formal Wear
- Bridal Boutique
- Southern Charm
- Sun Tailor
- Beloved Bridal Boutique
- Jos. A. Bank
Paranormal Societies - over 60 in Oklahoma
Antique Stores - at least a dozen on Google search + a couple of appraisal services
Walk-ability - probably our #1 asset [approximately 5 miles]
- Historic Downtown [reaching from the Grey Owl Cafe on Grey St. to Main & University
- Campus Corner connecting to the OU campus on the south & stretching to Reeves Park
Steampunk Conventions -
- OctopodiCon II, November 1st, Embassy Suite Hotel
- Steampunk Art Show, September 21st, Unitarian Church
@ 1309 W Boyd St.
Flea Market - Col. Dick's is the 2nd Fri. & Sat. of each month, for the last 15 years
Salvage Yards - seven listed on Google search
Hardware Stores - eight listed on Google search + Habitat for Humanity Resale!
Hope you find something in this list useful as you create your own steampunk library, costume, character and/or cos-play. Hope everyone has a great Labor Day holiday!More soon,
Dalynda Marie
Photo credits:
Main St. Photo Video
& Danziger Photography
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