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Ed Galloway's Totem Pole Park

📍 21300 E Highway 28 a, Foyil, OK 74031

This iconic Route 66 roadside landmark features the world's largest concrete totem pole, standing an impressive 90 feet tall. Built over two decades by retired teacher Ed Galloway, the park is a colorful folk-art masterpiece. It also includes a unique eleven-sided Fiddle House displaying hand-carved violins.

Admission
Free (donations accepted)
Hours
Daily from dawn to dusk; gift shop and museum hours vary seasonally
Duration
45-60 minutes
Parking
Free gravel parking lot on site
Access
Outdoor areas and totem pole viewable from flat gravel and grass paths; Fiddle House has ground-level entry
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Ed Galloway’s Totem Pole Park is Oklahoma's oldest and most iconic roadside attraction, located just off historic Route 66. Built over two decades by retired manual arts teacher Ed Galloway, the park was designed as a tribute to Native Americans using scrap metal, sandstone, and concrete. The centerpiece is a towering 90-foot totem pole that sits atop a giant carved turtle, decorated with hundreds of colorful bas-relief images.

Visitors can explore the nine-acre park, which also features Galloway's unique eleven-sided Fiddle House. This building once housed his handmade violins and now serves as a museum and gift shop showcasing vintage postcards and memorabilia. The whimsical folk art environment offers a serene, shaded space to stretch your legs and admire hand-painted details that have been meticulously restored.

Ratings

roadside attraction
Historical Significance
4/5
Cultural Relevance
4/5
Fun Factor
3/5
Accessibility
4/5
Photo Worthiness
5/5
Interactivity
2/5
Kid Friendliness
4/5
Popularity
3/5
Pet Friendly ✓Free Admission ✓Gift Shop on Site ✓Picnic Area ✓

Visitor Tips

  • ◆ Take time to examine the intricate carvings on the smaller totem poles scattered throughout the park.
  • ◆ Stop by the Fiddle House museum to view historical photographs of the park's construction and Galloway's hand-carved violins.
  • ◆ The park is free to enter, but donations are highly appreciated to help preserve the delicate concrete structures.
  • ◆ Combine your visit with a broader Route 66 road trip, as it is located just a short detour from the main highway.

Heads Up

  • ◆ Do not climb on or touch the fragile concrete sculptures to prevent damage to the historic paint and plaster.
  • ◆ On-site amenities are limited, so ensure you have water and use restrooms before arriving.

Common questions

Can you go inside the giant totem pole?

Yes, visitors can step inside the hollow base of the main 90-foot totem pole.

Is the totem pole park directly on Route 66?

No, the park is located about 3.5 miles east of Route 66 on Highway 28A in Foyil.

Can you see Ed Galloway's hand-carved fiddles?

Yes, his collection of unique, hand-carved fiddles is on display inside the Fiddle House museum located on the property.

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