Clinton, OK
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About Clinton
- • Singer-songwriter Hoyt Axton, known for "Joy to the World," was born in Clinton.
- • Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, dedicated to the Mother Road, originated in Clinton.
- • The Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad's arrival in 1903 established Clinton's importance.
- • Rumors persist of a hidden time capsule buried during the Centennial celebration.
- • The Dust Bowl era significantly impacted Clinton's agricultural economy and population.
- • Named for a railroad official, Clinton was established and incorporated in 1903.
- • With around 8,500 residents, the population is similar to a small college town.
- • Sitting at 1,614 feet, the elevation creates stunning sunsets across the plains.
- • Agriculture and related industries drive the local economy in Clinton.
- • A quiet, nostalgic place, Clinton evokes a sense of small-town charm and history.