The Golden Driller is one of Tulsa's most iconic landmarks. Over time he has gone from a symbolic figure for what built this city to one of Tulsa's hippest brands.

As people remember the life and legacy of John Franklin Stephens Jr., the inspiration behind Tulsa's iconic Golden Driller statue, here’s a look back at some of the landmark’s different looks.

The Golden Driller turns 50 this year. John Stephens, 79, recalls the project from sketching to installation. He was an unwitting model and oversaw the statue's construction.Photo gallery: Through the ...

WHEREAS, the Golden Driller was designed by George S. “Grecco” Hondronastas (1893-1979), a Greek immigrant to Tulsa, who considered the landmark his greatest artistic accomplishment; and.

Tulsa’s Golden Driller has been standing tall in midtown since 1966. At 76 feet, the statue towers over Expo Square and is a popular spot with tourists, with a history you might not be familiar ...

The Golden Driller is temporarily sporting a Tesla-branded belt and t-shirt, as well as a new but familiar face: Elon Musk. Tesla For Tulsa officials say the Golden Driller represents the ...

Expo Square dedicated the Golden Driller statue to the Green Country native who was the inspiration for the project back when it began 56 years ago.

Tulsa has a new holiday, honoring the man behind Tulsa's Golden Driller. Monday, Jan. 30th was declared John Franklin Stephens Jr. Day in Tulsa County. In 1966, ...

As people remember the life and legacy of John Franklin Stephens Jr., the inspiration behind Tulsa's iconic Golden Driller statue, here’s a look back at some of the landmark’s different looks.