Located in North Tulsa's Crutchfield neighborhood at 731 North St. Louis Ave, The Outsiders House Museum offers you an authentic step into cinema history. Created by hip-hop artist and long-time fan Danny Boy O'Connor, this fan-driven museum preserves the historic 1920 house that served as the primary film set for the Curtis Brothers in Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 coming-of-age movie adaptation of S.
E. Hinton's 1967 novel, The Outsiders. Inside, you will experience a fan's dream, exploring space spanning the entire house.
Step through the front porch, living room, dining room, bathroom, and kitchen, all meticulously renovated to maintain their exact film appearance. The museum houses an extensive collection of memorabilia featuring over 500 editions of the book in various languages, clothes worn by the film's actors, Francis Ford Coppola's director chair, and a 1949 Plymouth Super Deluxe. Whether you are retracing iconic film locations across Tulsa or admiring unique movie history, visiting this celebrated landmark lets you connect directly with the enduring legacy of Hinton's story and Coppola's famous young cast.
What to see at The Outsiders House Museum
- Explore the restored front porch, living room, dining room, kitchen, and bathroom built to match the film set.
- View Francis Ford Coppola's director chair and authentic clothes worn by the movie's actors.
- Browse an extensive collection of over 500 editions of S. E. Hinton's novel in various languages.
- See the 1949 Plymouth Super Deluxe alongside a vast collection of memorabilia.
- Visit the authentic 1920 home bought and restored by hip-hop artist Danny Boy O'Connor.
Visiting tips
Pair your visit with a stop at nearby related sites, such as the restored DX gas station in Sperry or the plaque at the Admiral Twin Drive-In.
How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Daytime
How to get there & what’s nearby
The Outsiders House Museum is easy to reach on Tulsa’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Philbrook Museum of Art and Tulsa Zoo. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Tulsa travel guide.
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