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Utica Square is a special outdoor shopping area in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It's a bit like a fancy outdoor mall. You can find many different kinds of stores there, including a big Saks Fifth Avenue store. It's a popular place for shopping and spending time outdoors.

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A courtyard in Utica Square with shops in the background

A Look Back: Utica Square's Story

Utica Square first opened its doors on May 22, 1952. It was the very first suburban shopping center in Tulsa. This means it was one of the first big shopping spots built outside the main city center.

In 1964, a company called Helmerich & Payne, Inc. bought Utica Square. This company is known for its work in the energy business. They have owned and managed the shopping center ever since.

What You Can Find at Utica Square

Utica Square is home to many different shops. The main store is Saks Fifth Avenue, which opened there in 1986. This store is quite large, covering about 48,000 square feet.

Besides Saks Fifth Avenue, you'll find many other stores. Some of these are smaller, independent shops that are unique to the area. There are also well-known stores like American Eagle, Ann Taylor, Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Coach, Talbots, Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, L’Occitane, Restoration Hardware, Starbucks, and JoS. A. Bank Clothiers. Over the years, some stores have changed, but Utica Square remains a popular shopping spot.

Utica Square in Books

Did you know Utica Square is mentioned in popular books? It appears often in the House of Night book series. These books were written by P.C. and Kristin Cast.

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