Oklahoma City’s art scene offers something for everyone this summer and fall. From powerful solo exhibitions to group shows and immersive experiences, local venues are bringing creativity to life across the metro. Here's a look at what’s on view now and in the coming weeks.
Through Her Eyes
Red Earth Art Center
100 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 110
July 10–Sept. 26 | Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Free
"Through Her Eyes" is an exhibition highlighting Indigenous women artists whose work reflects identity, tradition and creativity. The show features paintings, beadwork, photography and textiles that offer a personal look at how these artists see the world. The exhibit is on display at Red Earth Art Center in downtown OKC through Sept. 26.
My Friends, The Trees
Myriad Botanical Gardens, Crystal Bridge Conservatory
301 W. Reno Ave.
July 1–Sept. 2 | Daily during business hours | Free
This exhibit features colorful paintings by Oklahoma artist Madeline Dillner, who draws inspiration from her lifelong relationship with trees. The works offer a visual “thank you” to the trees that shaped her memories.
People, People, People
1515 Lincoln Gallery
1515 N. Lincoln Blvd
July 24–Aug. 30 | Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Free
Curated by writer and art historian Elizabeth Wylie, this group show explores the human figure through various styles and media. The exhibition features work by gallery artists and selections from the Found Art Collection. These pieces honor the legacy of figurative art and celebrate human form.
Discovering Ansel Adams
Oklahoma City Museum of Art
415 Couch Dr.
June 7–Sept. 28 | Wednesday through Sunday | Admission: $14.95 for members and children 17 and under; $12.95 for adults; $9.95 for seniors and students; discounted military pricing available
This traveling exhibit features more than 100 photographs and rare archival materials from Ansel Adams’s personal collection. The show traces Adams’s journey from a young amateur photographer to one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Visitors can explore everything from early snapshots to large-scale landscapes, plus letters, manuscripts and behind-the-scenes looks at his work and process.
Honor Song: Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds
Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center
11 NW 11th St.
Jan. 30–Oct. 20 | Most days except Tuesday | Free
This campus-wide retrospective spans more than 40 years of artwork by Oklahoma City-based artist Edgar Heap of Birds. The show features paintings, glassworks, drawings, and sculptures that explore Indigenous identity, sovereignty, and land. Work is displayed across indoor galleries and outdoor installations, with new pieces commissioned for the exhibition.
PARTY!
Factory Obscura
25 NW 9th St.
May 24–Sept. 29 | Thursday through Monday | General Admission: $12; Kids (4–17): $8; Children 3 and under: Free
Artists Krista Jo Mustain and Emily Madden bring their love of textiles to life in "PARTY!”, a playful, padded, immersive space filled with cushions, fabric, and interactive installations. Designed to feel like a joyful escape, the installation invites guests of all ages to experience softness, color, and nostalgia in a new way. The exhibit runs through late September at Factory Obscura’s East Bay.
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