Special Event
Founders Day
About
A celebration of Oklahoma Contemporary's mission and the people that make it possible. 2027 honorees will be announced soon!
Oklahoma Contemporary hosts Founders Day annually to recognize the volunteers, artists, and educators who help us make the arts accessible to all in our community. Founders Day 2027 will be held on Friday, March 26.
2026 honorees
Governor Bill Anoatubby
J. Clifford and Leslie Hudson
Randy Marks
G. Patrick Riley
E.L. and Thelma Gaylord Foundation
2025 honorees
Liz Eickman
Aimee Harlow
Edgar Heap of Birds
Claire Holloway
2024 honorees
Robert and Sody Clements
Rand and Jeanette Elliott
Laura Warriner
Jabee Williams
2023 honorees
Renate and Chuck Wiggin
Hui Cha Poos
Joan Maguire
2022 honorees
Ann Johnstone and James Pickel
Eric Lyons
Councilwoman Nikki Nice
2021 honorees
Annie Bohanon
Angel Little
Dr. Dan Molina
