OKLAHOMANS FOR THE ARTS

We advocate to protect, support, and advance the arts for all Oklahomans.

As the voice for the state’s arts and culture sector, we work with policymakers and elected officials to highlight how pro-arts policies, public funding for the arts, and arts education strengthen our communities.

Emergency Arts Advocacy Webinar

Arts funding is under serious threat—with recent cuts to the NEA, NEH, and IMLS, the future of arts programming in Oklahoma is at risk. Now is the time to act.
Join us Monday, May 12 from 3–4 p.m. for an urgent webinar designed for arts leaders and board members who want to fight back with practical, effective advocacy.
Response to President's Skinny Budget

The President’s proposed budget eliminates funding for the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Become an Oklahoman for the Arts

Oklahomans for the Arts is building a statewide community of creatives, educators, leaders, and advocates who believe in the power of the arts to strengthen our communities.

We provide resources to contact your legislator, advocacy updates, and voter resources. Explore our advocacy tools
Oklahoma’s arts and culture non-profits generated direct economic activity of $872,830,000.00 and 42,292 jobs. Making the arts and culture industry more profitable in Oklahoma than the Agriculture and Forestry industry. Learn more about how the arts contribute to the Oklahoma economy.
The dashboard measures every district, every school, and every student’s access to the arts. The specific data provided in the data dashboard allows advocates, teachers, and non-profits know where to start to make a difference. Learn how to advocate with the arts education data dashboard.
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