Welcome to the Desk and Derrick Club of Tulsa. Our organization, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, was formed in 1952 and is a member in good standing of the Association of Desk and Derrick Clubs.

An organization whose purpose is to promote the education and professional development of individuals employed in or affiliated with the petroleum, energy and allied industries.

See this history article on ADDC in a recent American Oil and Gas Historical Society newsletter. Association of Desk and Derrick Clubs

More History – In 1956 several members of the Tulsa Desk and Derrick Club attended the National Convention in New Orleans. The previous year the convention was held in New York. On another note, one of the programs offered by the club to educate on petroleum products is The Magic Suitcase, which is still used today. Here are a couple of newspaper clippings and a short history of The Magic Suitcase. Desk and Derrick flashback PDF

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2024 ADDC CONVENTION

held on September 24-28 in Dallas, TX

Check out the details on the Coming Attractions page.

Go to Meeting Info page for info on the last meeting held October 16, 2024.

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Desk and Derrick Club of Tulsa invites new members and donations!

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Desk and Derrick Club of Tulsa has been active

in Tulsa for over 72 years!

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