Oklahoma Museums Association

06/18/2026

Hey OMA members and donors. You are invited to our M!X networking event on July 23 at the brand new Oklahoma National Guard Museum. RSVP at https://okmuseums.wufoo.com/forms/m1kjzjfb1mqcktf

06/15/2026

We love this photo taken during the Free Museum Day on Flag Day at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Notice the I love Oklahoma Museums sticker along with red, white and blue attire.

06/15/2026

Museums – Sign up for the Teacher Resource Fair at Science Museum Oklahoma on August 4
OMA Teacher Resource Fair Museum/Nonprofit Registration at https://ecom.roller.app/sciencemuseumoklahoma/teacherresourcefairmuseumnonprofitregistration/en-us/product/1913604

This event is a great place to network with colleagues and share your education resources with teachers from across the state
Things to remember before registering your organization.
– It is free to register, and participating organizations are asked to bring a door prize valued at $50 or more.
– Booth Set-Up and Networking: 3:30-5:00pm
– Teacher Resource Fair: 5:00-7:00pm
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Invite your teachers
Museums and nonprofits, please invite the teachers you work with to join us! This is a great opportunity for educators to connect, learn, and discover new resources, programs, and partnerships that can enhance learning experiences for students. Help us spread the word and encourage the teachers in your network to participate. It is free and they have a chance to win doorprizes

Details for teachers and registration can be found on the SMO web page https://www.sciencemuseumok.org/teacherresourcefair/

Tuesday, August 4
Teachers: 5:00-7:00pm
Drawings for Door Prizes: 5:45pm and 6:45pm

06/15/2026

06/13/2026

Another Smarties is in the books. Congratulations to the top three winning teams:
1st Place - Broncho Brainiacs – University of Central Oklahoma Museum Studies
2nd Place - The Other OHS Team – Oklahoma Historical Society and National Cowboy & Western History Museum
3rd Place - Cerebros de los Mu***os – Oklahoma Historical Society

We appreciate everyone involved in making it a success - donors, players, Trivia Hub, and more. A huge shout out to the BEST master of ceremonies Ken Busby and Science Museum Oklahoma for allowing us to use their studio for broadcasting Smarties. Mark your calendar for June 11, 2027 and start reading the encyclopedia or entire internet right now to be prepared. J4F

06/08/2026

🌟 Know someone who deserves to be recognized? 🌟

Now is the time to nominate an outstanding individual, organization, volunteer, or leader for a Recognition Award! These awards celebrate the people who make a difference through their dedication, innovation, service, and impact in the Oklahoma museum field.

Take a few minutes to recognize someone whose work inspires others and strengthens our community. A nomination is a meaningful way to say, "Thank you for all you do."

Submit your nomination today and help us celebrate excellence!https://www.okmuseums.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026-Recognition-Program.pdf

06/05/2026

We receive calls to our office asking when this will be on display. Get your tickets now!

06/04/2026

Hello OMA Friends. We still need 4 more gift card prizes for our Smarties trivia night and wanted to ask for help. We made it easy for you to help us, just click on the amazon list and pick a card to send to us for Smarties. THANK YOU!

06/04/2026

Calling all mermaids. We have a shell jewelry holder in the auction.
Support the Oklahoma Museums Association and museums across the state by participating in our Online Art Auction at https://givebutter.com/c/omaart26/auction
From unique objects to great artwork, there are some fantastic items waiting for your bid. Every bid helps support OMA’s mission and strengthens Oklahoma’s museum community.
Don’t wait—the auction closes June 12 at 8:00 p.m.