Community Calendar

The exhibit explores how Oklahoma’s 400-plus miles of drivable highway shaped communities along the route and continues to draw travelers today.

Route 66 was created in 1926 and quickly became one of the most consequential roads in American history. For Oklahomans, it was an escape route during the Dust Bowl, an economic lifeline for roadside communities, and eventually a casualty of the interstate system. “The Longest Stretch” traces that full arc, from the road’s rise to its decline, and into its revival through preservation and tourism.

Major artifacts on display include a 1915 Model T Roadster, a restored Taft Stadium sign, a Big Boy statue, and a 1961 Corvette on loan from the National Corvette Museum. Hands-on interactives will allow visitors to engage directly with the story of Route 66 and its evolution over time.

Guests will explore the animated world of Dia de Muertos through a unique collection of 2 and 3-dimensional artwork. From the work of early pre-Hispanic cultures to the 21st century, Lives of the Dead offers 1000 years of artistic visions of the dead. The exhibition emphasizes current and vintage Latin American folk art. From Papier-mâché (cartoneria) skulls and skeletons created by the famous Linares family to the ceramic tableaux and Catrinas of Metepec, Lives of the Dead brings together some of Latin America’s most renowned folk artists. Other exhibition highlights include antique prints by Jose Guadalupe Posada, Manuel Manilla, and Dia de Muertos, as seen in contemporary paintings and prints from Mexico. Visitors will also experience the celebration and beliefs behind Dia de Muertos with the inclusion of an elaborate Mexican style ofrenda.

The Oklahoma History Center Museum, in partnership with the Vietnamese American Heritage Community of Oklahoma, is proud to announce Our Journeys, presented by Vietnamese Boat People, a multimedia traveling exhibition on display September 12, through January 4, 2027.

Created by New Jersey-based nonprofit Vietnamese Boat People, the exhibition centers the voices of Vietnamese Americans through oral histories, photographs, and interactive elements that explore migration, memory, and resilience across generations. The exhibit debuted in 2025, marking the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the displacement of millions of Vietnamese refugees whose stories continue to shape communities across the country—including here in Oklahoma.

The exhibition is included with regular museum admission.

Explore a monumental outdoor installation by Oklahoma City–based artists Denise Duong and Gabriel Friedman that transforms Campbell Art Park into a site of story, symbolism, and discovery. Conceived as a constellation of six sculptural forms, including a head, a hand, and four birdlike spheres, the work invites viewers to enter a world where order and chaos intertwine.

Chokma! (Hello)

The 2026 Southeastern Art Show and Market (SEASAM) and SEASAM Youth will be Oct. 2-3 on the Chickasaw Nation Historic Capitol Building grounds in Tishomingo, Oklahoma. The competition art show and market is open to artists from federally recognized Southeastern tribes. The deadline for entry for adults is Aug. 29 and Sept. 18 for youth.

It’s October, which means things are getting spooky at the Sam Noble Museum! Grab a friend and join us for a night of snacks, crafts, and creepy-cool adventures. Explore the galleries after dark and discover the real science behind one of your favorite movie monsters, zombies! Don’t miss out on the chills, thrills, and brainy fun! (Pun definitely intended.)

"On The Road Of Dreams"
Screen Print tour celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66
Featuring some new transportation inspired artwork by Jeremy Fish, epic artist from San Francisco.

A road trip across Route 66 from West to East in a 1987 Toyota Corolla named the Golden Eagle. The San Francisco based artist is taking a whimsical and nostalgic look at transportation and imaginary vehicles with this collection of new screen printed artwork. These signed and numbered print editions were drawn and printed specifically for this series of five art exhibitions along Route 66 in the fall of 2026. The prints range from pop cultural influences to the history of transportation. From horse drawn wagons, to the current self driving car invasion. A celebration of the classic American road trip on The Mother Road during her centenarian anniversary in a sweet old Japanese car.

Anne Wilson is a rising star in the contemporary Christian music scene, known for her heartfelt lyrics and powerful vocals. Since the release of her debut single, she has captivated audiences with her authentic storytelling and spiritual depth, earning her a devoted fan base and critical acclaim. Her music seamlessly blends elements of pop and worship, making her a unique voice in the genre.

Catch her LIVE at The Criterion in OKC on October 2nd!

Door times subject to change!

This spirited and creative adaptation of Gilbert and Sullivan’s beloved operetta moves the swashbuckling comedy from Penzance to New Orleans. Featuring jazz inflections, fresh orchestrations, a hapless band of pirates, and a tongue-twisted modern Major-General, this 2025 Tony Award nominee for Best Revival of a Musical reimagines the British classic for a new generation.

Join us for Cure-8 at Oklahoma Contemporary! Cure-8 pairs local dance makers with leading industry experts to produce new original works that will premiere at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center. Through these mentorships, artists will weave community engagement and advocacy for pressing social issues into their creative process. Choreographers will collaborate with local social service organizations, crafting works informed by topics paramount to the community.