Apr 02 Thursday
Spend your Thursday evenings exploring OKCMOA’s latest exhibitions at a discounted rate! Enjoy city vibes on the Patio, then complete your visit with a stroll through the Museum Store. The Store features a full bar with cocktails, beer, wine, and grab-and-go sweet and savory items from Ganache Patisserie.
Note: Film screenings during Art After 5 require a separate ticket purchase. Some special programming during Art After 5 may also require a separate ticket purchase.
CLASS SCHEDULEAPRIL 2 & 36PM - 9PM
This adult workshop spans two evenings and introduces participants to monotype printmaking using acrylic paint and gel plates. Students will create prints from magazine images and personal photographs while experimenting with mixed media, found objects, and collage techniques.
Over the two sessions, participants will build foundational gel plate printing skills and leave with multiple original prints, plus their own gel plate and brayer to continue working beyond the class.
Cost: $150 per studentCapacity: 12 participantsAll materials includedRegistration required
Enrollment deadline: March 29
MEET YOUR TEACHER
VC Torneden is a multidisciplinary artist working in painting, drawing, printmaking, and photography, with formal training from the University of New Orleans and Memphis College of Art. Their teaching emphasizes experimentation and playful process.
Apr 03 Friday
Oklahoma City University presents Twisted Tales, a solo ceramics exhibition by artist Stuart Asprey. The show will be on display March 5 through May 14 at the Nona Jean Hulsey Art Gallery. The exhibition features two bodies of work that transform ceramic vessels into graphic storytelling pieces exploring memory, pop culture, and myth. An opening reception will be held March 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and admission is free.
Each spring, a vibrant wave of color sweeps across downtown Oklahoma City as more than 60,000 tulips burst into bloom at Myriad Botanical Gardens. Now in its fourth year, the beloved Tulip Festival grows even bigger, expanding to a full week from March 28 through April 5, giving guests more time to experience one of the city’s most anticipated seasonal traditions.
Just a couple of blocks away, another 40,000 tulips blossom at our sister organization, Scissortail Park, creating an extraordinary floral display that stretches across downtown. Together, the parks showcase nearly 100,000 tulips in a dazzling spectrum of spring color.
Apr 04 Saturday
Take your museum visit to the next level—literally! Starting on June 7, spend your Saturday mornings on the OKCMOA Roof Terrace, a scenic spot to vibe and take in the sights and sounds of downtown Oklahoma City. Enjoy locally sourced pastries and refreshing drinks available for purchase—the perfect prelude to a day of film and fine art.
Access to the Roof Terrace is included with a film ticket purchase or gallery admission. Simply show your purchase confirmation to the Admission desk, then ride up the elevator!
Members always receive free admission. Not a member? Join today at okcmoa.com/membership.
Class ScheduleAges 5–8: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMAges 9–12: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Mini Masters is a Saturday art series for children ages 5–12, with sessions divided by age group to support different stages of creative development. Families may register for individual classes or enroll in multiple sessions throughout the series.
This class introduces young artists to pointillism through the work of Georges Seurat. Using dots, patterns, and bright color combinations, students will explore how small marks work together to build images. Through playful, hands-on projects, participants will experiment withrepetition and simple color relationships while developing focus, finemotor skills, and creative confidence.
The class emphasizes exploration and discovery, allowing students to learn through making in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Registration: $25 per studentCapacity: 15 students per classAll materials included
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
Chelle brings over 25 years of experience teaching children and teens ages 2–18. Her teaching approach centers on hands-on artmaking, curiosity, and joyful experimentation. With a playful and welcoming style, she creates an environment where young artists feel comfortable exploring materials, expressing themselves, and building confidence through creative play.
Apr 05 Sunday