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Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

A free contemporary arts center in Oklahoma City with rotating exhibitions by living artists, performances, classes and a cafe.

11 NW 11th St · Oklahoma City, OK

About Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Oklahoma Contemporary is at 11 NW 11th Street in Oklahoma City. Its galleries show rotating exhibitions by living artists, and admission is always free, with walk-in visits while the galleries are open, Wednesday through Monday 11am to 6pm. The center also stages performances in its theater and dance studio and runs Studio School classes, camps and guided tours. Cafe Contemporary and Shop Contemporary are on site.

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