Time to Celebrate

Cooler happenings at FAM in September! See the full lineup of events here.

Tribal Nations Gala After Party

Friday, September 16, 2022 | 10 p.m.–1 a.m.

FAM Five Moons Theater

Join us for some late night brilliance at the Tribal Nations Gala After Party celebrating our 1-year anniversary. This includes live Indigenous DJs, light hors d'oeuvres and two drink tickets for $49 per person. Purchase tickets now! (Limited Capacity)

Of the Earth: Creating First Americans Museum Exhibition

Free Admission | Ends Sept. 12, 2022

This inaugural exhibit highlights the people involved with designing and building First Americans Museum. A brief timeline, original concept sketches and architectural milestones convey the story three decades in the making.

Stay tuned for details on a new Community Gallery exhibit coming soon!

FAMily Discovery Center

Grandma Turtle is on the move reminding us "We Are All Connected."

When completed, visitors will step into the pages of a pop-up book exhibit. A world of endless surprises with many hands-on activities that explore Respect, Resilience, Community, and Stewardship. Animal friends help guide the experience. Let's Build it TOGETHER!

With generous support from our sponsors.

Phoenix Award

First Americans Museum received the National Phoenix Award for Best Brownfields Project in the United States and the EPA Region 6 Phoenix Award for Best Brownfields Project at the Brownfields 2022 National Conference in Oklahoma City. Thank you to all of our project partners! 

In-Print Award 

First Americans Museum received the OU Printing and Mailing Services Award for the OklaHomma Catalog. An honor to receive this award in our opening year

Enjoy FAM + National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Joint Ticket

$25 | Tickets available at each museum

Don't let your summer end without taking advantage of our joint ticket! Guests can enjoy two museums in one day or make it a weekend trip. Located 15 minutes apart, visitors will enjoy art, living cultures and unique perspectives while learning about the 39 Tribal Nations in Oklahoma today and Western heritage.

Indigenous Peoples Day

Monday, Oct. 10, 2022 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

FREE | Discounted $5 admission to galleries

Join FAM for a daylong celebration of Indigenous people. This come-and-go event will include stickball games, advocacy booths and performances by LABRYS, Kalyn Fay (Cherokee) and cultural performers. Native youth are invited to participate in our arts contest and there will be a panel discussion about tribal sovereignty. Learn more at famok.org/ipd.

With generous support from our sponsors. 

Oklahoma City University

Looking to add to your art collection! FAMstore is now featuring new artwork from artist, Michael Elizondo, Jr. (Cheyenne & Arapaho).

“The subject matter of my works have stemmed from the fascination of the aesthetics and meanings within ancient and contemporary design. Through color, shape, and representation, I merge together my life and Indigenous influences to reflect our evolving state…”

-Michael Elizondo, Jr.

Open Wednesday–Sunday

11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Closed Monday & Tuesday

Thirty Nine restaurant features indigenous inspired ingredients.

Become a FAM member and support the education, awareness, and promotion of the unique cultures, diversity, history, contributions and resilience of the First American nations in Oklahoma today.

Our members enjoy:

• Unlimited Admission
• Members-only previews
• 10% Members-only discounts at FAMstore, Arbor Café, Thirty Nine Restaurant, and select workshops and programs
• Priority registration for FAMcamps and 10% discount for members at the FAMhousehold level and above.

Over the next several months, you will see trucks and construction crews working around FAM. We will remain open during our normal operating hours: 

Mon., Wed., Thur., Fri. 

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Open Sat., Sun.

11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Closed Tuesdays