Oklahomans for the Arts
@ok4arts
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Every Oklahoman should be able to access, experience & benefit from arts & culture. Advocating for public funding, public art & arts education statewide.
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Joined April 2011
Everly Ann Halley, a dance major at Classen School of Advanced Studies at NE, says her arts ed is already shaping how she communicates at work, collaborates with teachers and builds skills sheโll carry into her future. Become an Oklahoman for the arts: https://t.co/frxfn0BywV
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Click. Buy. Shock. ๐๏ธ That final event ticket price should not be a surprise. OFTA supports policies that put consumers first and bring clarity back to ticket buying. Make your voice count. Sign to support ticketing accountability legislation: https://t.co/hbDzo3WPub
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Your advocacy is the fuel that powers Oklahoma's art scene ๐๏ธ๐จ To keep our economy growing and our education system well-rounded, we need a strong turnout to support the arts. Register Now ๐๏ธ https://t.co/Hmbyixz54E
#ArtForThePeople #OFTA #ArtsDay
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30 Minutes to Make a Difference for the Arts! ๐ฆ๐จDo you know which bills will affect our creative community this year? Stay informed and stay involved: ๐
Feb 18 | 10:00 AM CT Register Now: https://t.co/XzfpsqAmvC
#OFTA #ArtsForOklahomans #CreativeEconomy #FraudulentTicketing
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Take 2 minutes to share your experience with scam tickets and excessive pricing ๐๐๏ธ https://t.co/utsgECY1zF You click โbuy.โ The price jumps. You show up, and the ticket isnโt real. If ticketing has ever gone wrong for you in OK, tell us. Your story helps fix a broken system.
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This Valentineโs Day, show some love for creativity, community, and the people who make Oklahoma thrive. Support OFTA with a donation and help keep the arts visible, valued, and supported statewide. Give with purpose. Stand with the arts. โค๏ธ https://t.co/QSGyMF8JNo
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Join OFTA on Wednesday, February 18th for a concise 30-minute briefing on the legislation currently affecting our creative sector. We will be taking a deep dive into the Oklahoma Fraud and Ticketing Accountability Act (SB 1241). Register Now https://t.co/XzfpsqAmvC
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Arts Start Local, So Do We Important: Only some districts have a school board primary on Tuesday, February 10. If your district doesnโt, your school board election will be on Tuesday, April 7 (or your seat may be uncontested). Visit the OK Voter Portal for more info. #OFTA
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We need your voice, share your story now! Have you ever been "priced out" of a concert by a bot, or accidentally purchased a fraudulent ticket from a deceptive resale site? We're working with lawmakers to fix this. Share your experience now: https://t.co/utsgECY1zF
#OFTA
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From our local school boards to the Governorโs office, the people we elect decide how our taxpayer dollars support the arts. Arts funding is an investment that pays off. Mark your calendars for these key 2026 dates: #ArtsEducation #ArtsFunding #EconomicGrowth #VoteArts
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Visit our website for the federal funding update for the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities ๐๏ธ๐จ https://t.co/dC5Agu7jbF
#OKArts #ArtsAdvocacy #PublicFunding #OklahomaArtsCouncil #CreativeEconomy
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Oklahoma City is one of the most arts-vibrant communities in the nation! ๐จโจ We are excited to share that OKC has ranked #86 in @SMUDataArtsโ "Top 100 Most Arts-Vibrant Communities of 2025." Check out the full report on our website! #OKCArts #OklahomaCityArts #ArtsFunding
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What Does 2026 Hold for the Arts in Oklahoma? We're hosting our first monthly update to give you a roadmap of what we're planning and predicting for the Oklahoma Legislature๐จ๐ป Tuesday, January 21st from 1:00-1:30 Register today ๐ https://t.co/nJhkuDyGGb
#ArtsAdvocacy #OFTA
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When legislators see a student performance, attend a gallery opening, or see a show at a local venue, they understand the true value of the arts not as a line item, but as an essential community and economic driver. Find Your Elected Official: https://t.co/vw6KoMQkj4
#OFTA
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Arts advocacy is stronger when we work together ๐จ๐ฃ OFTA's first free monthly webinar, is your briefing before the legislative session begins. Don't advocate alone. Register now: https://t.co/nJhkuDyGGb
#OFTA #OklahomaArts #ArtsAdvocacy #ArtsLegislation
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Arts Advocacy Kickoff, Monthly Advocacy Webinars Are Back ๐ป๐๏ธ Your participation helps the arts community have an informed voice for Oklahoma's $5.4 Billion creative economy. Register today for our FREE January 21st session at 1:00 PM: https://t.co/nJhkuDyGGb
#OKArts
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Your Art Event is a Powerful Advocacy Tool! ๐๏ธ๐จ Art events are an opportunity to showcase the tangible impact of the arts. Invite your local elected officials to attend, and if it makes sense give them a visible role like introducing a performance. #OKforArts #ArtsAdvocacy
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Denise Duong is a driving force in Oklahoma City's creative landscape. As a muralist and business owner, she understands how the arts transform our physical spaces and create vibrant, thriving communities. Take the Pledge ๐ https://t.co/xqV0r4qEJJ
#IAmAnOklahomanForTheArts
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Two Upcoming Arts Advocacy Opportunities ๐ฃ๐จ Arts Advocacy in Session webinar on January 21 from 1:00-1:30 Arts & Culture Day 2026 ๐๏ธ๐งโ๐จ Thursday, April 30, 2026 Register for these events: https://t.co/dC5Agu7jbF Song: Class Historian Artist: Broncho #ArtsAdvocacy
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The Arts Mean Business. It's a $5.4 BILLION Industry. ๐จ๐ฐ When you think of economic power, don't overlook Oklahoma's Arts sector! New data confirms the creative industry contributes $5.4 Billion to our state's economy and supports 48,659 jobs. https://t.co/x4MagByJAr
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