Catoosa's Blue Whale "Bluey", a beloved Rt 66 icon, is getting a facelift, thanks to the city. Catoosa was awarded a grant that allows the city to buy the roadside attraction from the family that owns ...

CATOOSA, Okla. — Drive along Route 66 , and you can't miss the famous Blue Whale of Catoosa. The tourist destination has made a splash for decades and is about to get a boost.

“You talk about a roadside attraction. I mean who has a giant blue metal whale,” Route 66 Alliance Director Ken Busby said. Catoosa’s “Bluey” has now become an Oklahoma Route 66 icon.

Originally completed in 1972, the Catoosa Blue Whale has gone through many changes as a favorite Route 66 attraction. See what's coming next.

Catoosa will start building a new visitors center at the Blue Whale during the first week of August. Interim City Manager Josh Brown said the city hopes to complete the center by May or June 2026 ...

The Blue Whale of Catoosa announced they now carry Route 66 sodas in their gift shop. All flavors of Route 66 soda are available to visitors, including "Blu Razzberri" which features the Blue ...

While he was under water, he also inspected the bottom of the blue whale to make sure it was in great shape. You can find Patrick on Facebook and YouTube at OK Diver.

Representatives for the Blue Whale of Catoosa are unhappy to announce limited access to the whale due to vandalism. The head of the whale is unavailable to visitors at this time after vandals ...

The iconic Blue Whale is a "sought-after" destination point on Route 66. Catoosa officials hope they receive a grant to purchase the whale and develop the land surrounding it.

“You talk about a roadside attraction. I mean who has a giant blue metal whale,” Route 66 Alliance Director Ken Busby said. Catoosa’s “Bluey” has now become an Oklahoma Route 66 icon.