{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Route 66 Hidden Gems: The Bristow Vintage Toy Museum | Only in OK Show","description":"Discover a world of childhood wonder and Route 66 nostalgia right in the heart of Oklahoma! In this episode of the Only in OK Show, we\u2019re pulling over at a true hidden gem: The Bristow Vintage Toy Museum (located at 118 N Main St, Bristow, OK). This isn't your average corporate exhibit\u2014it\u2019s a 50-year dream brought to life by owner Bret Fadely, featuring a massive, jaw-dropping collection where 99% of the items come straight from Bret\u2019s personal lifelong archive. Whether you're planning the ultimate Route 66 road trip or just looking for a nostalgic Sunday drive, this passion project is a must-visit. Following Bret\u2019s retirement, the museum is now his full-time gig, and it operates entirely on a donation basis with one simple mission: to share joy and make people happy. Episode Highlights:   Meet &quot;Howdy&quot;: Keep an eye out for the museum's official face\u2014a beloved character Bret has been drawing for 45 years!   Bells Amusement Park Relics: A massive hit for Tulsa locals, featuring an original airplane, pedal cars, and a classic bumper car with a hilarious backstory.   TG&amp;amp;Y Nostalgia: A deep-cut Oklahoma throwback featuring a vintage TG&amp;amp;Y truck that every local gravitates toward.   Photo Ops &amp;amp; Rare Finds: From a giant dragster kids can climb inside for the perfect Instagram moment, to 100-year-old tin cars, classic action figures, and vintage dolls.   Plan Your Visit:   Address: 118 N Main St, Bristow, OK 74010   Admission: By Donation (Labor of love!)   Phone: 918-633-8209   Website:  bristowtoymuseum.com   Note: Be sure to check their Facebook page or website for the most up-to-date hours as Bret scales up operations!  Also discussed: &amp;nbsp;Friends of Nicoma Park - SIDS Diner - Southern Living Magazine - Heavy D's Pizzeria - Dicintio's - Misfit Pit BBQ #OnlyInOK #Route66 #BristowOK #VintageToyMuseum #OklahomaRoadTrip #BellsAmusement Park #TGYNostalgia #MotherRoad #ExploreOklahoma #TravelOK #HiddenGemOK #VintageToys ","author_name":"Only in OKlahoma Show","author_url":"https:\/\/www.onlyinok.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41322965\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/202041970"}