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Chickasha's Giant Leg Lamp Becomes Holiday Tourism Magnet

12/24/2025

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In Chickasha, Oklahoma, a nearly 50-foot leg lamp inspired by A Christmas Story became a permanent holiday attraction after raising over $1 million for installation in 2021.
Tim Elliot, the CEO of Standley Systems, proposed the lamp as a permanent attraction despite initial skepticism and legal threats from Warner Brothers.
Tourism has risen as visitors travel hours to see the lamp.

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Story summary

In Chickasha, Oklahoma, a nearly 50-foot leg lamp inspired by A Christmas Story became a permanent holiday attraction after raising over $1 million for installation in 2021.
Tim Elliot, the CEO of Standley Systems, proposed the lamp as a permanent attraction despite initial skepticism and legal threats from Warner Brothers.
Tourism has risen as visitors travel hours to see the lamp.