Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art
Museum University art museum with diverse permanent collections
University of Oklahoma museum in Norman with collections spanning Native American, European and American art; visitors attend rotating exhibitions and campus programs.
An art museum on the University of Oklahoma campus in Norman, Oklahoma, United States. It is named for donor Fred Jones Jr. and serves as the university’s principal public art museum.
Collections include Native American and Pre-Columbian works alongside European and American paintings, prints and decorative arts, and the museum hosts rotating special exhibitions and university-linked programs. Galleries display both historical material and contemporary shows.
The museum grew from the university’s early collecting activities and expanded after significant gifts from Fred Jones Jr., which led to the museum adopting his name. It functions as a teaching museum for the university.
The museum is located on the OU campus in Norman, about 20 miles south of downtown Oklahoma City.
How to Get to Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art #
The museum is on the University of Oklahoma campus in Norman. From downtown Norman or I-35, follow signs to the university; visitor parking is available (some lots require permits). The museum is a short walk from campus bus stops; consult the museum website for maps and parking details.
Tips for Visiting Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art #
- Check the museum's calendar for rotating exhibitions and public programs - the Fred Jones has a strong schedule of talks and student-curated shows.
- Allow time to explore the museum's Native American holdings and the strong holdings in 19th- and 20th-century American painting.
- The museum sits on the University of Oklahoma campus - parking permits apply in some lots; use visitor parking or arrive by campus shuttle.
Best Time to Visit Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art #
Best visited during the university term for the fullest program of exhibitions and talks; summer can be quieter but still offers the permanent collection.
Weather & Climate near Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art #
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (910 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (133 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
