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National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City is America’s premier institution of Western history, art and culture. Founded in 1955, the Museum collects, preserves and exhibits an internationally renowned collection of Western art and artifacts while sponsoring dynamic educational programs to promote interest in the enduring legacy of the American West. The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum brings historical western culture back to life through captivating artwork and timeless artifacts. The Museum serves as a home for new discovery and learning for children and families.

Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord-Pickens Museum

Educational ; Gallery ; History / Heritage ; Museum ; Nonprofit ; Visual Art

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame preserves Oklahoma’s unique history while promoting pride in our great state. Through each of its programs and the Gaylord-Pickens Museum, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame honors our state’s rich tradition by telling Oklahoma’s story through its people. Founded in 1927, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame was created to honor Oklahomans who had given outstanding service to the state during their lifetime and to provide educational programming for students of all ages. Being inducted to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame is Oklahoma’s Highest Honor. Through exhibits and experiences at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame stands to preserve Oklahoma’s unique history while promoting pride in our great state. The Gaylord-Pickens Museum, home of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, exhibits the portraits of Oklahoma Hall of Fame Members and interactive exhibits exploring the stories of Oklahomans. Further, special exhibits of work by Oklahoma artists are featured 3-4 times annually in the Tulsa-World | Lorton Family Gallery.

Red Earth, Inc.

Classes / Workshops ; Educational ; Festival ; Gallery ; History / Heritage ; Nonprofit ; Visual Art

For over 40 years Red Earth, Inc. has been recognized as a multi-cultural resource in Oklahoma for advancing the understanding and continuation of traditional and contemporary Native culture and art. Our mission is very simple: To promote the rich traditions of American Indian arts and cultures through education, a premier festival, a museum and fine art markets. When the Red Earth Art Center opened in the ground floor lobby of the BancFirst Tower in 2022. It also provides an outlet for Native artists to sell their art to the public. The juried art competition and events surrounding the annual Red Earth Festival have established Oklahoma City as a Native art and cultural center, rivaling other southwestern cities as a showcase of Native art. Red Earth, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.

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