Fred Jones Jr. Museum of ArtAbout Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art
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.
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -3° - 9° | -1° | 34 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 0° - 13° | 3° | 44 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 18° | 11° | 73 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 9° - 23° | 16° | 82 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 15° - 27° | 21° | 133 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 19° - 31° | 25° | 108 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 22° - 35° | 28° | 70 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 21° - 34° | 28° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 17° - 30° | 23° | 106 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 10° - 24° | 17° | 88 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 16° | 8° | 63 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 11° | 2° | 41 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
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.