Families at OKCMOA
We love family visitors! Kids 17 and under always receive free admission. Free children’s admission is possible thanks to generous support from The Chickasaw Nation, The Ann Lacy Foundation, Cresap Family Foundation, and Chuck Wiggin.
Tips for Visiting
- Strollers are welcome in the galleries, but an adult must push them. Strollers can be checked out free of charge from the Admissions Desk. Â
- Nursing is welcome in all public spaces in the Museum. A private nursing space is available on the Museum’s first floor. Please see a Visitor Services associate for assistance if needed.
- A low-stimulation quiet space is located in the Family Space on the first floor for visitors who may need a calming moment. Please ask a Visitor Services Associate if you would like to check out a KultureCity Sensory Bag.
- Changing tables are available in all public restrooms except the Mezzanine level.Â
- No food or drinks are allowed in the galleries, but are welcome on the landings on each floor and in the Family Space.
- No large bags or backpacks are allowed in the galleries. Please store these items in a locker in our Coat Room. If you need an exception for a medical reason, please speak to a staff member at the Admissions Desk.
- Do not carry children on your shoulders or in carriers on your backs.Â
- You don’t need to be quiet in the galleries! We encourage talking, questions, and even occasional singing in our galleries.Â
- Pack a sketch pad and a regular pencil (no pens) if your children like to draw or write. Give them time to sketch or write their reactions to the art, and feel free to have a seat on the floor or on the furniture throughout the galleries.
- Please remember Museum manners by not touching the art or the walls around it, avoiding running, and staying behind the black lines on the gallery floors.Â
- Download our Be Your Own Guide for games to play in the galleries and more!Â
- Prepare for your visit by downloading our Social Narrative before you come to the Museum.
Kids Corner
Offered on the second Thursday and Saturday of each month from 9 to 10:30 am, Babies at the Museum is designed for visitors 0 to 24 months and their caregivers.
This program begins with complimentary coffee and social time in the Family Space. After settling in, visitors will head to the galleries for a fun-filled thirty minutes in front of the month’s featured work of art, before the Museum opens to the public. We will wrap up the morning with playtime in the Family Space, where babies can enjoy age-appropriate activities and adults can plan their next Museum visit!
Playdate & Create will be offered on the fourth Saturday of each month. Designed for children ages 2 through 4 and their adults, each session includes themed gallery exploration, story time, and a hands-on art-making activity—perfect for curious minds and busy little hands. Grown-ups participate alongside their child, fostering creativity and connection.
Located between Admissions and the Theater Lobby, the OKCMOA Family Space welcomes all visitors to tap into their creativity.
One side of the space focuses on art-related activities developed by Museum educators, and the other functions as a free-play space for crawling and newly walking visitors and respite for their grownups.
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Upcoming Family Friendly Programs & Events
The world's #1 cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world starting August 2026! Join us in the Noble Theater for a fun, family-friendly movie event that raises money for local cats in need. 10% of all CatVideoFest 2026 ticket sales will be donated to our local partner, the Oklahoma Humane Society. New showtime added!
A playful exploration of shapes and creativity.
Paint your own seaside scene inspired by the Museum’s collection. Designed for ages 5-7.
Explore color, shape, and movement through abstract art.
A playful exploration of shapes and creativity.
A peaceful pasture storytime for babies and their grown-ups.
Explore how nature and art connect through collage and mixed-media techniques. Designed for ages 8-12.
Make your own vibrant portrait inspired by works from Museo de Arte de Ponce.
Blend, layer, and create a landscape masterpiece with chalk pastels. Designed for ages 5-7.
A peaceful pasture storytime for toddlers and their grown-ups.
Little learners set sail through stories, sounds, and ocean-inspired play.
Layer colors and patterns to create your own abstract artwork. Designed for ages 5-7.
Set sail for an experience of art and adventure.
Join us in recognizing our military service members with a weekend full of special programming.
Movement, music, and color.
From pumpkins to flowers, create a still life inspired by the beauty of fall. Designed for ages 5-7.
Explore the beauty of Art Nouveau through movement, toys, and stories—plus a visit from Santa!
Explore the beauty of Art Nouveau through movement, toys, and stories—plus a visit from Santa!
Join us in recognizing our military service members with a weekend full of special programming.
Join us in recognizing our military service members with a weekend full of special programming.
Explore
Explore current exhibitions and permanent collection galleries, featuring works that span from delicate glass pieces to expressive portraiture.
Discover exhibition-themed programming, film screenings in the Noble Theater, vibrant seasonal events, and more. At OKCMOA, there’s always something new to experience.
The Museum Store offers a uniquely art-centered shopping experience featuring curated gifts, books, furniture, and design-forward items from vendors and artists you won’t find anywhere else. Enjoy food from Ganache Patisserie, along with a teas, coffees, and alcoholic beverages, and explore a private consignment section with personalized services available by appointment.
