Community Calendar

"Discovering Ansel Adams" features over 100 photographs that share Adams’s most celebrated works while revealing aspects of his development that are frequently overlooked. Together with original archival materials from the Center of Creative Photography’s Ansel Adams Archive, these photographs demonstrate how Adams transformed from a fourteen-year-old tourist with a camera into a renowned photographer between 1916 and the 1940s. Along the way, photographic prints from his early visits to the American Southwest, his mountaineering experiences as a young man, and his quest to photograph America’s national parks will enchant visitors.

Celebrate the tradition of growing agave and distilling tequila with Rodrigo Medellin, founder and co-president of the Bat Friendly Tequila Program. Learn about agave and sustainable practices that encourage bat pollination from an expert, then engage your tastebuds in a mouthwatering sampling of bat-friendly tequila. Light refreshments provided; includes one taste sampling per ticket. This program is for adults age 21 and up.

Registration opens July 29.

Cost: $42 (Member adult) and $50 (Non-Member adult).

Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club
Open Bar | Light Bites | Dancing | Cocktail Attire

Immediately following dinner at Renaissance Ball is the Late Night afterparty! The theme for our annual Late Night event is inspired by "Paul Reed: A Retrospective," a new exhibition organized by OKCMOA opening in November. Artist Paul Reed was known for bold, vibrant colors, geometric abstraction, and his use of repetition and symmetry, which will be echoed in the event’s theme. Attendees can enjoy an open bar, light bites, music by DJ Lucy Wrubel, and more!

Scissortail Park will be home to a Farmers Market starting in April and running through October. Join us every Saturday morning, from 9 am to 11 pm, and peruse a variety of fresh produce and handcrafted items while supporting your local farmers!

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.

"Discovering Ansel Adams" features over 100 photographs that share Adams’s most celebrated works while revealing aspects of his development that are frequently overlooked. Together with original archival materials from the Center of Creative Photography’s Ansel Adams Archive, these photographs demonstrate how Adams transformed from a fourteen-year-old tourist with a camera into a renowned photographer between 1916 and the 1940s. Along the way, photographic prints from his early visits to the American Southwest, his mountaineering experiences as a young man, and his quest to photograph America’s national parks will enchant visitors.

Designed for ages 18+ | Discover the power of light and shadow in this guided painting class rooted in Ansel Adams’s dramatic aesthetic. Working in monochrome or limited palettes, participants will explore tonal range, atmospheric depth, and strong composition to create expressive landscapes. Through guided instruction, registrants will learn to capture the emotional impact of the natural world—not just what it looks like, but what it feels like.

Grammy Award-winning artist Nelly brings his Where The Party At Tour to The Zoo Amphitheatre in Oklahoma City on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Joined by special guests, Nelly will deliver an unforgettable night of chart-topping hits and high-energy performances under the stars. Tickets are on sale now—don’t miss out!
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Prevention & Recovery in the Park is an annual event that connects attendees to local resources to prevent overdose and substance use. Held in Scissortail Park in Oklahoma City, the event offers family-friendly fun like lawn games, music and prizes. Enjoy an evening of activities and browse booths featuring community resources available to individuals and families in the metro area.

"Discovering Ansel Adams" features over 100 photographs that share Adams’s most celebrated works while revealing aspects of his development that are frequently overlooked. Together with original archival materials from the Center of Creative Photography’s Ansel Adams Archive, these photographs demonstrate how Adams transformed from a fourteen-year-old tourist with a camera into a renowned photographer between 1916 and the 1940s. Along the way, photographic prints from his early visits to the American Southwest, his mountaineering experiences as a young man, and his quest to photograph America’s national parks will enchant visitors.