Our 2nd trip with Jerry, Joe and Margaret was to Norman.
We stopped at Donut Land in Wynnewood.
The Moore - Lindsay Historical House
In 1895 it cost William Moore $5,000 to build this house. Most houses cost $400. It contains 2700 sq. ft. In 1907 it was sold to Harry Lindsay. In 1973 the city of Norman bought the house.T
Our tour guide, Stephanie
A version of "View Master" toy from the 1900's
On the back porch
The National Weather Center
The National Weather Center was built in 2006 at the cost of 69 million dollars.
Our tour guide
Vehicles used during severe storms
The front of the center faces southwest - the severe storms come from the sw.
The outdoor classroom for plants and how weather affects them.
The study of cloud to cloud lightning is the big study now.
The Storm Prediction Center
The area where "storm watches" for the lower 48 states are issued
A different area issues "storm warnings" for the lower 48 states
Time for Kendall's Restaurant in Noble for our meal!
Kendalls is known for its chicken fry - Delicious!!
The cinnamon roll that comes with the meal - Yum! Yum!
An educational and fun day together topped off by a delicious meal!!
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