In 1851 Olive Oatman was a 13-year-old pioneer traveling west, with her Mormon family. Within a decade, she was a white Indian with a chin tattoo, caught between cultures. The Blue Tattoo tells the harrowing story of this forgotten heroine of frontier America. Oatman’s story has become legend, inspiring artworks, fiction, film and radio plays. …
This four-week class will focus on a better understanding of the foundation and proportions of the face. Learn and practice the key locations that build the facial structure — the key to creating better portraits and capturing a likeness. Explore the best of the Reilly and Loomis methods and the technique of Hogarth to develop …
NewsChannel 4 and the National Cowboy Museum are teaming up to present Weatherschool, a great way for kids to learn about Oklahoma’s ever-changing weather in a lively format with the KFOR 4Warn Storm Team. Following Weatherschool, explore the Museum’s exhibitions to discover the many ways the weather is depicted in artwork. Suitable for elementary students. …
Enjoy an evening of painting fun! Create a painting of the Museum’s logo and learn its origin story. Explore Prosperity Junction on a flashlight tour. Bring your pillows and blankets and curl up for a showing of Night at the Museum. Popcorn provided! Children aged 4 and up; an adult must accompany children. $35; $30 …
This four-week class will focus on a better understanding of the foundation and proportions of the face. Learn and practice the key locations that build the facial structure — the key to creating better portraits and capturing a likeness. Explore the best of the Reilly and Loomis methods and the technique of Hogarth to develop …
This four-week class will focus on a better understanding of the foundation and proportions of the face. Learn and practice the key locations that build the facial structure — the key to creating better portraits and capturing a likeness. Explore the best of the Reilly and Loomis methods and the technique of Hogarth to develop …
The human desire to make music is as old as time and the people that make up the West are no different. Come listen to, learn about and make music of your own. Participate in a sing-along, experiment with the science of music and make your own castanets and Zampoñas. Enjoy storytime at 10:30 a.m. …
This four-week class will focus on a better understanding of the foundation and proportions of the face. Learn and practice the key locations that build the facial structure — the key to creating better portraits and capturing a likeness. Explore the best of the Reilly and Loomis methods and the technique of Hogarth to develop …
Explore the traditions and artistic expressions in Tattooing: Religion, Reality and Regret. Grab a stool and listen to invited artisans discuss their craft. Hear from tattoo artists and tattooed living canvases as they discuss their art, influences and inspiration. From there venture into the galleries and enjoy the exhibition at your own pace. Free for …
On the second Sunday of the month, explore your creative side in a fun and informal drawing session. Borrow drawing materials from the Visitor Services desk in the Museum Lobby (while supplies last) or bring your own! Gather with other art lovers to enjoy an afternoon of drawing. Can’t make it to Drop-In Drawing? Drop …
