Outreach

Philbrook to Go
Philbrook to Go are one hour docent-lead interactive classroom activities partially funded by the Oklahoma Arts Council.

Face-to-Face: for Grades K – 2:
Students will learn about collecting and sharing those collections; what is housed in art museums; faces in art from Philbrook’s collection; artwork from many different cultures; time periods, media and the accompanying vocabulary; how to look at and participate in a discussion about art; and how to create their own masks. Maximum 25 students.

3-D Connections: for Grades 3 – 5:
Students will learn about: Philbrook’s collection of three-dimensional objects from various cultures and time periods; how the elements of art and principles of design pertain to sculpture; functional and non-functional objects; the vocabulary used to describe three-dimensional art; and how to create a sculpture out of air-dry clay. Maximum 25 students.

Virtual Visit: Philbrook To Go for High School Students
This interactive docent-led program provides a survey of the major movements in Western Art leading up to the museum’s contemporary art collection. Selections of work from the African and Asian galleries will highlight influence on Modern European Art. Questions will be asked to elicit lively discussion and critical thinking about the impact that art museums, world events and technologies have on today’s art. Each student will receive a copy of Frequently Asked Questions About Contemporary Art and an invitation to physically visit Philbrook.

Scheduling a Philbrook to Go
Philbrook Tto Go is available by contacting the Education Department at least two weeks prior to the presentation. Philbrook to Go is limited to 25 students per visit. To schedule a Philbrook to Go, please call the Education Coordinator at (918) 748-5309 or e-mail edu@philbrook.org. Please provide the following information.
  • Date and time of presentation
  • Group size (maximum 25 per class), grade level
  • Contact name, phone number, address, e-mail
  • Any special needs for individuals in your group
Speakers’ Bureau

Philbrook docents are available to make presentations on the topics listed below to professional and civic groups and to groups of people who may not otherwise be able to physically visit the museum. Speaker requests may be made for groups of ten or more people within the Tulsa metropolitan area, free of charge. For groups outside the Tulsa metropolitan area, a transportation fee may apply.

Presentations range from 20 to 40 minutes, and can be tailored to meet your group’s specifications. The presentations can also be timed to fit your group’s meal function schedule.

The following presentations are available:

Highlights of Philbrook’s Collection
An introductory presentation on the museum’s permanent collection, which includes the renowned Italian Renaissance collection, Baroque art, ancient art and artifacts, 19th – 20th century European and American paintings and sculptures, Asian Art, African Art, and Native American Art. Along with works from the permanent collection, a presentation may include art from one of Philbrook’s special exhibitions.

The Phillips Family
Hear the story of the Phillips family, their historic home, and their decision to donate their home and land to become the region’s leading fine arts museum.

Villa and Garden Architecture
Experience the magnificent architecture of Villa Philbrook and its newly renovated 23 acres of beautifully manicured gardens.

Special Presentations
Presentations custom tailored from Philbrook’s diverse collection to fit the interest of your group can be made with three weeks advance notice.

To reserve a speaker, call (918) 748-5309. All requests require a minimum of two-week advanced notice, with requests for Special Presentations requiring three-week advanced notice.