Founding Friends

Founders Day at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center was held on March 26, 2026, celebrating Oklahoma Contemporary’s mission and the artists, volunteers, and educators who help to make the arts accessible to everyone in the community. This annual event included a reception, live music, and remarks along with opportunities to support exhibits, education programs, and free public access to the arts. Honorees included G. Patrick Riley, Chickasaw Nation governor Bill Anoatubby, Randy Marks, Leslie and J. Clifford Hudson, and the E. L. and Thelma Gaylord Foundation.