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Oklahoma City Travel Tips

Having come into existence in just a few hours after announcement of official white settlement this once barren prairie land is now a hustling bustling commercial center. Oklahoma City offers a lot to its visitors who visit either for business or on a vacation trip.

Tip 1 - People who would like to experience Oklahoma from the famous Bricktown Canal can definitely opt for the Brick town Water Taxi that runs like a bus service through the day. The peak seasons are from April to October and all-day passes can be availed for as less as $8.00. Taxis leave every 15 minutes and are a real treat for those who wish to know about Oklahoma in an idyllic fashion.

Tip 2 - People interested in knowing what makes the world go round and who wish their kids to get a better understanding can always visit the Science Museum in Oklahoma. Right from Planetariums, aviation, space exploration to who dun its this museum has it all.

Tip 3 - Myriad Botanical Gardens in Oklahoma is home to more than a 1000 species of plants from each and every continent on the planet. One can see plants from deep Amazon forests to Central Africa and Asia. Programs include rain forest conservation, ecology and surviving in a rain forest.

Tip 4 - Anyone with a love for westerns and fascination for cowboys can head to the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Visitors can experience American Cowboy, Rodeo and Native American galleries in addition to fine arms and museum of the Frontier West. There are more than 2000 works of art when it comes to the American West.

Tip 5 - Collections at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art house works of art from the colonial ages through the 60s. In addition to contemporary art they also feature European artists, photographer galleries and post war expression.
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Oklahoma City Museum of Art

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is one of the most popular attractions of the city of Oklahoma. The museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums and experiences heavy footfall through the year from different corners of the globe. You simply cannot afford to leave this one out while you travel Oklahoma City Oklahoma.

The museum is not only home to extensive collection of European and American art specimens, but also serves as the primary repertoire for cinema. The museum also runs courses for people interested to know more about art and cinema. The Museum School offers 3 classrooms for this purpose.

The Oklahoma City Museum of Art consists of three floors displaying arrays of world-class paintings. The second and the third floor are dedicated to the museum's permanent collections. The ground floor is dedicated to international and national exhibitions organized by the museum and also by others.

The permanent collection is headed by the wonderful glass sculptures created by Dale Chihuly. The other paintings, sculptures and prints belong to famed artistes from 19th and 20th century America and Europe. Besides paintings and sculptures, the museum is also home to a comprehensive list of world class movies and photography.

Apart from these magnificent works of art and film, the museum also offers programs for students of all ages through the year. There is also a library in the museum, which will enlighten you on the world of art and culture.

There are other attractions in the museum like the Museum Store, Noble Theater, Museum Cafe serving fusion cuisine and drinks. There is also a Roof-Terrace enhancing the appeal of the museum. The Oklahoma City Museum of Art remains open from 10am to 5pm on Tuesday through Saturday, from 10am to 9pm on Thursday 12pm to 5pm on Sundays.

So, travel to Oklahoma City and find out more about the vivid culture of the Americans through a visit to the museum.

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

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Oklahoma City Museum of Art Address
415 Couch Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73102-2214

Contact:
Tel: (405) 236-3100
Email: info@okcmoa.com

Oklahoma City Museum of Art Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (May-October)
Winter Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. last Thursday (November-April)
Sunday: Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Monday, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day

Ticket Information for the Oklahoma City Museum of Art:
Tickets are available for purchase online.

Members: Free
Adults: $12
Seniors (62+): $10
College Students (with ID): $10
Military (with ID): $10
Children (ages 6-18): $10
Children (ages five and under): Free
Tours (15 or more): $7 per person
Senior Tours (15 or more): $6.50 per person
School Tours (15 or more): $3 per person

Website: http://www.okcmoa.com/

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