Survivor Tree

An American Elm survived the impact of the April 19, 1995 explosion despite being surrounded by a parking lot filled with burning vehicles, and it became known as the Survivor Tree, an important symbol of resilience to the family members of those killed, survivors, rescue workers, and people around the country. Photographs of the tree date back to the 1920's, when it stood in the backyard of a family's home.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · United States