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December 2015 Arts and Culture events
December 2015
The Best of the Best: Contemporary Wildlife Art Exhibit
Every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | 12 a.m.
December 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30 & 31, 2015
If you love art or just have a great appreciation for wildlife and nature, you won't want to miss out on this exciting exhibit on display at Bartlesville's Woolaroc Museum this fall. Bringing together seven of the most acclaimed landscape and wildlife artists in the country, this "Best of the Best" exhibit will be like nothing you've seen before. As you tour this astonishing collection, you'll see the stirring works of painters Ken Carlson, Bob Kuhn, James Morgan and Tucker Smith, and sculptors Ken Bunn, Walter Matia and Tim Shinabarger. Bring the family along for this unique and fascinating experience.
Location:
Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve
1925 Woolaroc Ranch Rd Bartlesville, OK 74006
woolaroc.orgFor more information, contact:
(918)-336-0307
Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
December 5, 2015
The Christmas Arts & Craft Show in Claremore is your one stop shop for that special someone on your list. Homemade jewelry, candles and other crafts will be available. Browse rows of vendor booths or check out the JM Davis Arms & Historical Museum exhibits. The museum is the world's largest privately owned museum and is known for its collection of weapons. The Christmas Arts & Crafts Show is guaranteed to have something for everyone.
Location:
JM Davis Arms & Historical Museum
330 N JM Davis Blvd Claremore, OK 74017
For more information, contact:
(918)-341-5707
Holiday Arts & Craft Show
December 5, 2015
Scratch a few names off your Christmas gift list by making your way to the annual Holiday Arts & Craft Show in Bixby. This event will feature over 70 booths of craft and commercial vendors, so get in the holiday spirit and complete your Christmas shopping before the season is over. Shop for a variety of items including handmade crafts, unique gifts, jewelry, art and more.
Location:
Bixby Community Center
211 N Cabaniss Bixby, OK 74008
For more information, contact:
(918)-366-4841
Family Studio Saturdays
December 5, 19, & 26, 2015 | 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Each month, Family Studio Saturdays explores one big idea through art, making art in the studios and exploring in the galleries. Both studio and gallery activities are specially designed to engage families with children in creative thinking, idea exploration, and collaboration. Projects and activities change monthly. All materials provided. Included with Museum admission Drop in from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - each Saturday (excluding the 2nd Saturday) of the month December: Layer Families will LAYER using a variety of materials in the studios and play a guessing game in the galleries.
Native American Christmas Market
December 12, 2015
Held at the Sapulpa Elks Lodge in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, the Native American Christmas Market welcomes Native American artists each creating completely unique arts & crafts. Come shop and meet the Native American artists and craftsmen who create authentic, one-of-a-kind artwork, crafts, food and clothing. This show is one of the most anticipated American Indian family-oriented holiday shopping and dining experiences around. Other items will include Mary Kay, Scentsy, Origami Owl, Tastefully Simple and Jamberry Nail products. Bring your holiday list and stock up on crocheted scarves, baby blankets, baby moccasins, Native American cards, stationery, hand-painted wooden keepsake boxes, Christmas stockings and ornaments. You'll also find handmade leather goods, bead work, wood etchings, Native American jewelry, flint carvings, silver and woodwork. Exquisite patchwork skirts, aprons, shirts, shawls and American Indian decor throw pillows will also be available, as well as Cherokee basketry, tribal decals and Native-themed matting and frames. Be sure to come hungry and enjoy fresh Indian tacos, spirit soup, fry bread, meat pies, barbecue and yummy pumpkin pecan muffins. Live entertainment and music from a Native DJ make the Native American Christmas Market in Sapulpa a place where you can spend the entire day shopping and having fun with the family. The event has free admission and is open to the public
Location:
Sapulpa Elks Lodge
24 S Poplar St Sapulpa, OK 74066
For more information, contact:
(918)-998-4549
Second Saturday: Architecture
December 12, 2015
Bring out the inner artist in each member of the family. Each second Saturday is designed to explore one "Big Idea." Visit on the second Saturday of each month from 10am-4pm for family-friendly art activities, scavenger hunts, tours, storytime, and more. Today's Big Idea: ARCHITECTURE Free and open to all. Presented by ONEOK
Murrell Home Christmas Open House
December 13, 2015
Step back in time for a truly old-fashioned Christmas with a close-up of the Murrell Home Christmas Open House. The home will be beautifully decorated as was traditional for the Victorian time period when George Murrell lived. Victorian Christmas decorations will adorn this home's lavish parlor, sitting room and dining room. There will also be special exhibits, costumed re-enactors, refreshments and a visit from Father Christmas. Gather your family and friends and come together for a fun-filled day of holiday festivity as you learn about the history of Park Hill's famous resident, George Murrell, who built this historic mansion in 1845. When the home became a museum in the 1950s, many of the original Murrell furnishings were returned to the home. Guests will also have the opportunity to view the beautiful grounds, including an original springhouse, an 1896 smokehouse and a log cabin.
Location:
19479 E Murrell Home Rd Park Hill, OK 74451
For more information, contact:
(918)-456-2751
Art Focus
December 15, 2015
The third Tuesday of each month individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers engage the mind and imagination through hands-on art activities and looking at art. Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Oklahoma Chapter.
Third Thursday: Print Action - POP
December 17, 2015 | 5:30 p.m.
On the third Thursday of each month, Philbrook addresses issues of contemporary arts and culture through guest speakers, hands-on projects, and community collaborations. Guests enjoy a cash bar, light bites, music, and more. Printmakers Bobby Martin, Michelle Martin, Denny Schmickle, and May Yang create original silkscreen designs. Mix, match, layer, and add your own touches while the DJ spins. Optionally, bring a t-shirt or tote to print on. Free admission for this event is made possible with funds provided by Mr. Jordan D. Schnitzer. Third Thursdays are presented by the Oklahoma Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Gable Gotwals.
New Year's Eve Powwow
December 31, 2015
Dance the year in at the New Year's Eve Powwow at Tulsa's Civic Center. Enjoy several traditional dancing events at this annual powwow. Early afternoon on the last day of the year, the powwow kicks off at 1pm with gourd dancing. After a break for supper at 4:30pm, gourd dancing resumes at 6pm, followed by the breathtaking grand entry at 7pm. Several dance contests will be featured at the New Year's Eve Powwow, including fancy and straight dance, jingle dress and fancy shawl.
Location:
Tulsa Convention Center
100 Civic Center Tulsa, OK 74103
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