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Have you heard about the Festival Of The Arts happening in Oklahoma City? It's a six-day event that offers a lot of artsy family fun. They have face painting, poster artwork, and pottery making for kids, along with live performance artists on stage. This is the perfect place to buy original paintings, sculptures, and furniture. The festival is held downtown at the Festival Plaza, Stage Center, and the Myriad Botanical Gardens. Take advantage of this fantastic event.

Did you know that Oklahoma City has an award-winning community theater? The Jewel Box Theatre has provided exceptional live performances from August through May for over 52 years. What's even more impressive is that it's the recipient of the Governor's Arts Award. The theater-in-the-round is home to some of the state's most talented actors, directors, and set designers. They've been entertaining locals with their exceptional productions for generations. The Jewel Box Theatre has existed since 1911 when it was known as the "Jewel Box Players." It's the longest-operating, non-union theater company in Oklahoma and has gained a reputation for producing some of the best theatrical performances in the state. Despite its age, the theater hosts six diverse productions yearly, including comedies, dramas, musicals, classics, and even originals.

The Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum houses the story of the tragic event that claimed the lives of 168 Americans due to a bomb explosion. Visitors can explore exhibits like the Gates of Time, Field of Empty Chairs, Survivor Tree, and Reflecting Pool, which hold significant symbolic importance and represent the sacred ground. In addition, visitors can experience the poignant story through touchscreens, galleries, and theaters that reveal the events of that fateful event, which still resonates today.