"Located at 7419 East 11th Street along the Route 66 corridor in Tulsa, this unique building was constructed by a prominent Tulsa doctor, who commissioned Tulsa architect William Henry Ryan, to design the structure. The unique structure with its 2 ½ symmetrical concrete domes, bubble gum pink color, and soaring windows, quickly became a hotspot when it opened in 1962 as the Rose Bowl Lanes. Boasting audience seating, a game room, food counter and other traditional elements of the 10-pin heyday, it not only drew many locals but also became known for its regional bowling tournaments, drawing people from all over the country.
"For 45 years, the building entertained bowling enthusiasts along Route 66, changing ownership several times throughout the years until it was purchased by bowling giant AMF. In 2005, the bowling center closed its doors forever, quickly becoming a target of vandalism and fires."
From the website of the Rose Bowl Vision organization. You can view the quote source HERE.
Image from Ramblings of a Route 66 Business Owner website.
Two different styles of writing, but still amazing in artwork.
Here you can see the pink paint from the past. The building was named "Rose Bowl" because of the color.
When I first saw the painting, I did not realize there were purple VIPs on the piece; not until I saw the close-up photo.
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