The Garde

You will receive all member benefits at the level of your choice plus the added benefits of being a member of The Garde.

We’re Oklahoma Contemporary's society of innovative young professionals that bring art into their daily lives while forging lasting connections with like-minded people. Benefits of The Garde:
- access to exclusive events
- a network of art-forward individuals
- an opportunity to support art in your community

Become a member of The Garde at the $40 level

OR

become a member of Oklahoma Contemporary at any level, and add The Garde as an additional membership benefit.

05/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at for Industry Night!

✨ You Sparkled
🪩 You Danced
⚡️ You Thundered
🩵 You made it the BEST it has ever been!

We are grateful for your support and hope we convinced you that The Garde is a party you want to be a part of all year round. The membership discount has been extended through June 30. Link to join ➡️ okcontemp.org/TheGarde

05/02/2026

Celebrate the people who keep OKC running at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center with The Garde’s biggest event of the year - Industry Night.
This one is for the service and hospitality crowd, so yes… we intentionally made it a Monday. Consider it your well-earned night off. If you’re not in the service industry, no worries - this event is for EVERYONE!

For just $5, your ticket includes:
• Two complimentary drinks
• Light bites + a full junk food bar
• DJ entertainment, gallery access, and plenty of photo moments
• Raffle prizes worth sticking around for

☑️ Monday, May 18
⏰8–11 PM
21+
Get Tickets: http://okcontemp.org/industrynight

Round up your crew, show up in style, and enjoy one of the most fun nights in OKC. We’ll see you there!

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04/13/2026

Join The Garde at Oklahoma Contemporary for our biggest annual event celebrating the people who keep our city moving. This is your night off… and we’re doing it right. Tickets are only $5 and the ticket includes:

• Two free drinks
• Light bites + a full junk food bar
• DJ, gallery access, and photo ops
• Raffle prizes you actually want

We picked a Monday on purpose. Because the service and hospitality industry deserves a night to celebrate too.

📅 Monday, May 18
⏰ 8–11 PM
🎟️ 21+

Grab your crew, dress the part, and come experience one of OKC’s most fun nights out. Let’s raise a glass together 🥂

Get tickets: http://okcontemp.org/industrynight

04/04/2026

🎨✨ Calling all creative, community-loving, idea-sparking humans ✨🎨

Are you the kind of person who says “yes” to big ideas, stays late at gallery openings, and secretly (or not-so-secretly) wants to shape the future of arts in OKC? 👀

Let’s talk.

The Garde— ’s dynamic young professionals board—is looking for fresh faces, bold thinkers, and passionate advocates to join the crew. This isn’t your average board gig… think more:
🖼️ Art-fueled events
🥂 Stylish socials with purpose
💡 Big ideas turned into real impact
🤝 A chance to connect with other driven young professionals

Whether you’re a lawyer, banker, or just someone who believes art makes cities better (because it does), there’s a seat at the table with your name on it.

So… ready to make your mark and have a little fun while doing it? 😉

Hit the link in bio to learn more + apply.

Address

11 NW 11th Street
Oklahoma City, OK
73103

Telephone

+14059510000

Website

http://okcontemp.org/thegarde

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