Former Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor celebrated her 70th birthday by leading a community mural project on Route 66, highlighting local art and city revitalization.

Former Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor marked her 70th birthday by leading a community art project on historic Route 66, painting a vibrant mural with local women artists on removable wooden panels near 11th Street and Lewis Avenue. Designed to be relocated during upcoming redevelopment of the adjacent vacant building into a hotel, the artwork celebrates creativity, community pride, and Tulsa’s revitalization. Taylor chose the project as a meaningful alternative to a traditional celebration, highlighting Route 66’s role in boosting tourism and city visibility while showcasing residents’ dedication to the city’s future.