OAC Capitol Art Field Trip Grants

The OAC Capitol Art Field Trip Grants provide an exceptional opportunity for Oklahoma school children, particularly those from rural and under-resourced communities, to experience the state's rich history and art at the Oklahoma State Capitol. Schools can receive reimbursement for transportation and associated costs, allowing students to engage in guided tours and learn about Oklahoma's art collections and government. Grants are available for up to $1,100 per field trip, fostering a unique educational experience.

Note: Application Deadline is 30 days before the scheduled field trip date
The Oklahoma State Capitol offers an incredible, one-of-a-kind educational experience for Oklahoma school children. Art, history, and government are together in one space, offering an extraordinary destination and learning environment unlike any other in Oklahoma. At the center of the experience, managed by the Oklahoma Arts Council, collections of artworks located throughout six floors of rotundas, corridors, and galleries, make the Oklahoma State Capitol the largest public art museum in the state. Please note, these field trips are available for students in third grade and above.
Capitol Art Field Trip Grants from the Oklahoma Arts Council give schools across the state the chance to bring students to the historic Oklahoma State Capitol for an unforgettable journey that makes lessons from the classroom come to life. Through the grant program, schools are reimbursed for transportation costs such as bus rental, mileage, driver fees, and substitute teacher and support staff expenses. Students are led on guided tours by volunteer docents trained by the Oklahoma Arts Council.
Program Objectives
Provide Oklahoma school children—especially those in rural and under-resourced communities—access to the Oklahoma State CapitolCreate opportunities for students to explore the Oklahoma State Capitol art collections, learn about Oklahoma history, and gain an understanding of the role of government and civics.
Grant Amount
Up to $1,100 per field trip. Each school site may apply for one Capitol Art Field Trip Grants per school year.
What Expenses Are Allowable?
Capitol Art Field Trip Grants can be used to reimburse schools for school-approved transportation, drivers, mileage, substitute teachers and additional school support staff. Maximum reimbursement is determined based on a school's distance from the Oklahoma State Capitol (located at 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105) as follows:
0-50 miles from school to Capitol: Up to $40051-100 miles from school to Capitol: Up to $550101-200 miles from school to Capitol: Up to $850201-400 miles from school to Capitol: Up to $1,100
If selected for funding, grant funds are reimbursed to the school/school district after a final report is submitted.