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EXHIBITION
![FUSION [A New Century of Glass] - Beth Lipman](https://thumbnail.constantcontact.com/remoting/v1/vthumb/YOUTUBE/23dd4f167f584b51943c105cfa6f0cc6) | |
FUSION [A New Century of Glass] - Beth Lipman
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FUSION Artist spotlight: BETH LIPMAN
Explore an in-depth look at Beth Lipman's Bride, the centerpiece of FUSION [A New Century of Glass]. At ten feet tall, Lipman's monumental sculpture features five tiers of handmade glass objects that rise, overflow, and spill onto the floor. Bride explores complex relationships between loss and fragility, order and chaos, and materialism and the transience of life.
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MUSEUM CAFE 
Meet Chef Boudreaux
The Museum Cafe would like to introduce our new Executive Chef Henry Boudreaux. Chef Boudreaux is a 23 year-old classically-trained chef of French and Italian heritage. He recently returned from a chef apprenticeship in Northern Italy where he made wine, cheese, pasta, and much more. Henry is an avid gardener and prepares his menus according to what is in season at the time. His favorite cuisine is Asian. Keep an eye out for Henry's new fall menu coming soon along with an October Beer Dinner, Thanksgiving and Christmas carry-out menus, and the 2012 New Year's Eve dinner menu.
ANNOUNCING A NEW SUNDAY BRUNCH MENU! A variety of changes!
For weekly lunch special updates,  like the Museum Cafe's Facebook page!
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FILM
Thursday, August 23, 7:30pm
Friday & Saturday, August 24-25, 5:30pm & 8pm; Sunday, August 26, 2pm
The Queen of Versailles
Directed by lauded filmmaker and photographer Lauren Greenfield, The Queen of Versailles is a character-driven documentary about a billionaire family and their financial challenges in the wake of the economic crisis. With epic proportions of Shakespearean tragedy, the film follows two unique characters, whose rags-to-riches success stories reveal the innate virtues and flaws of the American Dream. More online including the trailer.
Dinner & A Movie is $28 per person. Includes film ticket. Menu & contact information here.
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EXHIBITION
The Art of Golf
Did you know that the rules of golf were first recorded in 1744? Come see early paintings depicting the game and the most famous golfing painting in the world, Charles Lees' The Golfers, (pictured above) in The Art of Golf on view through October 7.
Next major golf event: 2012 Ryder Cup, September 25-30
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PROGRAMS
Drop-In Art
Join our guest artists every Saturday from 1 to 4 pm as they help families with children of all ages to create extraordinary works of art inspired by the Museum's collection, exhibitions, and special occasions throughout the year.
No advance registration. Free for Museum members or with paid Museum admission.
COMING UP AUGUST & SEPTEMBER
Aug. 25-Outrageous Animal Masks
Sept. 1--Colorful Model Magic Sculptures
Sept. 8--Abstract Golf Ball Painting
Sept. 15--Crazy Hat Day sponsored by
Sept. 22--Golf Goes Pop Art! 
Sept. 29--Chihuly Shape Painting
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ROOF TERRACE 
Cocktails on the Skyline
Born in November is the band this Thursday. The roof terrace opens at 5pm, last call is at 10pm, and closes at 10:30pm. Galleries close at 9pm. Sign-up for the Thursday Roof Terrace Alert and you'll get the latest news. Photo by Acoustic Oklahoma featuring Local Honey on the roof terrace last Thursday.
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MUSEUM STORE 
Mighty Wallet - New Design!
The Mighty WalletŪ is tear-resistant, water-resistant, expandable, and recyclable. Made from TyvekŪ (think express mail envelopes), these unique wallets resist tearing because of thousands of interlocking plastic fibers spun in random patterns, giving them incredible strength.
Because of the slim, lightweight and water resistant features, you can take these cool wallets anywhere! Many styles available for $13.95.
HOURS: Monday, 10am-3pm; Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm; Thursday, 10am-9pm; Sunday, noon-5pm. Call (405) 278-8233.
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PROGRAM 
Art Moves returns!
Photo: Patrick Riley with one of his masks. Photo by Chris Landsberger, The Oklahoman.
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WED., AUGUST 22
UCO Class (Adults): Modernism in American Art (hosted by OKCMOA) with David Crismon, Education Center, 5:30pm
THURS., AUGUST 23
OKCCC Class (Adults): Museum Studies (hosted by OKCMOA) with Richard Rouillard, Education Center, 5:30pm
FRI., AUGUST 24
SAT., AUGUST 25
Drop-in Art: Outrageous Animal Masks, Education Center, 1pm
Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma Earn Your Art Badge Event, Education Center, 1pm
The Queen of Versailles, Noble Theater, 5:30pm & 8pm
SUN., AUGUST 26
Museum Cafe, 10:30am-3pm
An Introduction to Watercolor (Adults) with Debbie Langston, Education Center, 1pm
The Queen of Versailles, Noble Theater, 2pm
MON., AUGUST 27
Museum Cafe serves lunch only, 11am-3pm
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MUSEUM HOURS
Tuesday-Saturday:
10am-5pm
Thursday: 10am-9pm
Sunday: Noon-5pm
Monday: Closed
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 OKCMOA Members Stay Connected
Join or renew today to stay in touch with the fantastic films, special exhibitions, and fun events and programs at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art.
Call 236-3100, ext. 207, or visit Membership. |
SUPPORT THE MUSEUM'S ANNUAL FUND
And help us support our mission of enriching lives through the visual arts. Annual fund gifts are 100% tax deductible. Visit Annual Fund Giving or call 236-3100, ext. 227.
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8th Annual ARTonTAP
Seeking Sponsors
Friday, October 5
7-10pm at the Museum. We are currently seeking sponsors to help support this fun beer tasting event. Sponsors will be listed on the invitation and the website and receive tickets to the party, all the while contributing to Museum exhibitions and programs that enrich lives through the visual arts. For Sponsorship information go to click here or call 278-8286.
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Project180
 The sidewalks on the south side of the Museum are being removed pedestrians however pedestrians can still access the Museum. Visitors can see the new concrete streets and parking taking shape. Visit Project180 for more information.
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The most delicious week of the year! Click here for the Museum Cafe's $30 dinner menu!
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