The Osage Nation is a Native American Siouan-speaking tribe in the United States that originated in the Ohio River valley in present-day Kentucky. After years of war with invading Iroquois, the Osage migrated west of the Mississippi River to their historic lands in present-day Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma by the mid-17th century. At the height of their power in the early 18th century, the Osage had become the dominant power in their region, controlling the area between the Missouri and Red rivers. They are a federally recognized tribe and based mainly in Osage County, Oklahoma, coterminous with their reservation. Members are found throughout the country.
Ranked as one of the top ten Oktoberfests in the country by USA Today, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa takes place October 16-19, 2014 at River West Festival Park, and will attract nearly 60,000 visitors over four days. Top bands from Germany are flown in to perform each year at the festival. More than 60 types of beer from around the world will be featured, along with authentic food, games, rides, and events.