Take ‘Flat Will’ on the road with you this Fall

The Oklahoma Route 66 Association is giving travelers a chance to bring Will Rogers along on their adventures. The group has launched “Flat Will,” a caricature of Rogers designed to share his legacy across the Mother Road and beyond.

A new way to honor Will Rogers

The caricature of Rogers was created by Cherokee artist Tom Farris of Norman. Organizers say the project is a playful tribute to Rogers’ love of travel and an opportunity to share Oklahoma history with others on the road.

Where to get your Flat Will

Fans can pick up a free Flat Will at several Oklahoma cultural sites, including:

1. Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural Center in Vinita
2. Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore
3. National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City

Flat Wills are also available through the Route 66 Association’s website for the cost of shipping at oklahomaroute66.com. A black-and-white coloring page can also be printed at home here.

Why Route 66 is tied to Rogers

Rogers rose to fame in the early 1900s and, by the 1930s, was one of the most famous people in the world. After his death in 1935, Route 66 was officially named the Will Rogers Highway, since the road linked his family ranch in Claremore to his California home.

Share your Flat Will journey

Travelers are encouraged to share their photos on social media using the hashtag #FlatWill. The association also invites visitors to stop by the Will Rogers Memorial Museum in Claremore or the Will Rogers Birthplace Ranch in Oologah to learn more about Oklahoma’s Favorite Son.