Creative Spirit

Twenty-one people and organizations were honored for their contributions to the arts during the forty-sixth Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Awards on January 20, 2026. The ceremony, held at the Oklahoma State Capitol, honored the nominated recipients for their devotion to community, for defining the spirit of the arts, and for their commitment to promoting the arts in Oklahoma. This year’s recipients of the Governor’s Award were Jean Ann Fausser of Tulsa, and Glenna and Richard Tanenbaum of Oklahoma City. This award recognizes individuals for longtime leadership and significant contributions to the arts across the state. Photography by Oklahoma Legislative Service Bureau courtesy of the Oklahoma Arts Council.