Gilcrease Museum

Gilcrease Museum is reviving the Artist-in-Residence program founded by Thomas Gilcrease with the launch of the Gillies Artist-in-Residence Program! ?? We’re proud to welcome Stephen Towns as the first artist to participate! From March 24 to April 12, he’ll be working with the Gilcrease Collection and engaging with Tulsa’s art community. Learn more about Stephen’s background and upcoming public lecture at https://lnkd.in/gHw2dZaw! #GilcreaseMuseum #StephenTowns #ArtistInResidence #ArtAndCulture

Thank you to everyone who attended the Third Annual Cultures of the Americas Seminar! A special thank you to Dr. Christina Ramos for her incredible talk on her book, "Bedlam in the New World" and to our other insightful speakers, Dr. Rich Lizardo and Dr. Martha Few. If you weren’t able to join us, don’t miss out—be sure to grab a copy of Dr. Ramos’s book!

This Employee Appreciation Day, we honor the incredible contributions of our team, whose hard work has been essential during our renovation. From the behind-the-scenes efforts that keep the museum running, to supporting public programming and aiding our researchers at the Helmerich Center for American Research, your contributions are what make it all possible. We’re so grateful for all that you do!

Honoring Mary Nimmo Moran this #WomensHistoryMonth: A talented artist and pioneering printmaker during the etching revival of the 1880s and 1890s. Despite being the primary caregiver for her three children and a key support to her husband's career, Mary created remarkable works that continue to inspire today. See more of her work: https://lnkd.in/gNURfpGB

In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate the powerful work of Eddie Faye Gates—an educator, author, and community activist in Tulsa. Partnering with photographer Don Thompson, they interviewed 50 influential Black leaders, sharing their experiences of resilience, ambition, and the fight to thrive in a city marked by segregation and discrimination. This project preserves the rich history of Black Tulsa and the community’s strength in rebuilding after the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Watch the full interview and learn more about the Eddie Faye Gates Collection: https://lnkd.in/gzmuKHdR #BlackHistoryMonth #OralHistory #TulsaHistory #EddieFayeGates

Are you a recent graduate or a student looking to gain valuable experience in the museum field? Apply now for two exciting internships at Gilcrease Museum! ?? 2025 Academic Year Internship (Due April 1) Dive deep into museum work in one of these departments: Anthropology Collections, Marketing & Communications, Digital Curation, or Development & Membership. This paid internship runs from May 2025 to March 2026. ?? Paid Summer Internship (Due April 1) Explore your passion for museums with hands-on experience in Marketing & Communications, Digital Curation, Library & Archives, Learning & Community Engagement, or Development & Membership. This paid internship runs from May to August 2025. ?? Apply now at https://lnkd.in/gk7DSFvC For questions, contact Grace Dishman at [email protected]. This project was made possible by Oklahoma Arts Sector ARPA Grants, an investment made by leaders of the State of Oklahoma, led by the Oklahoma Arts Council in partnership with Allied Arts OKC and Arts Alliance Tulsa. #InternshipOpportunity #gilcreasemuseum #tulsainternship #tulsa #oklahoma #RechargeTheArts

There’s so much to discover in our archive, and you can be part of it! ?? Amanda Summers, Duane H. King Postdoctoral Fellow at the Helmerich Center for American Research and The University of Tulsa, brings a unique perspective to the study of colonial Latin America and the Caribbean. Her research focuses on the intersection of gender, race, religion, and incarceration during the 16th and 17th centuries, particularly the lived experiences of those imprisoned by the Spanish Inquisition. Through her work, she uncovers how inmates used sex, violence, and community to resist the oppressive system. If you’re interested in this fascinating research or conducting your own, there’s an amazing opportunity for you! Apply for a research fellowship at the Helmerich Center for American Research before the March 31 deadline: bit.ly/ResearchHCAR.

"A rebellious Indian proclaiming noble ancestry and entitlement, a military lieutenant foreshadowing the coming of revolution, a blasphemous Creole embroiderer in possession of a bundle of sketches brimming with pornography. All shared one thing in common. During the late eighteenth century, they were deemed to be mad and forcefully admitted to the Hospital de San Hipólito in Mexico City, the first hospital of the New World to specialize in the care and custody of the mentally disturbed." Join Dr. Christina Ramos on March 7, for a deep dive into her award-winning book "Bedlam in the New World: A Mexican Madhouse in the Age of Enlightenment," as she explores the fascinating history of the Hospital de San Hipólito in Mexico City. ?????? Dr. Ramos will be joined by other experts including Dr. Rich Lizardo from the University of Tulsa and Dr. Martha Few from Penn State University, for a conversation on the book’s critical insights into Latin American history, medicalization, and more. Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking discussion! Register for free: my.gilcrease.org/33034

“A compelling study of the medicalization of madness." Join Dr. Christina Ramos who will discuss her book "Bedlam in the New World," exploring the history of mental health care and its intersection with the Inquisition in colonial Mexico. The seminar will include a conversation with the audience about the book’s insights into colonial histories of medicine and Latin American history. This event is free, but registration is required: https://lnkd.in/gbMBEQW7.

In honor of Black History Month, we’re celebrating the incredible legacy of Eddie Faye Gates – educator, author, and community activist. Known for her work with survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, Gates used her passion for teaching, writing, and activism to ensure their voices were heard and their stories were never forgotten. This month, we're showcasing the Eddie Faye Gates Tulsa Race Massacre Collection, a powerful tribute to her life’s work and dedication to justice. The collection also highlights other local heroes, legends, and musicians who helped shape Tulsa’s rich history. Explore this invaluable documentation of Tulsa’s past and learn more by visiting https://lnkd.in/gzmuKHdR.