New & Now Summertime Scoop 4 newsworthy happenings for families BY EMILEY BAINBRIDGE . PHOTOS PROVIDED. Science Museum Oklahoma opens new exhibit, receives national honor Science Museum Oklahoma has launched its latest temporary exhibit in smART Space. “POV: Perspectives in Anamorphic Art”
offers an immersive experience that blends art and science through the use of optical illusions, inviting visitors to discover how finding the right viewpoint can reveal an entirely new perspective. In other news, SMO was recently honored as one of the nation’s top science museums, securing the No. 6 position in Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. This recognition places the museum among prestigious institutions in major cities like Chicago, New York and San Francisco, emphasizing the museum's role as a leader in science education in Oklahoma and nationwide.
Oklahoma City Council approves sites for MAPS 4 Youth Centers Part of the MAPS 4 funding supports four new youth centers in Oklahoma City. With a budget of $118 million, these state-of-the-art centers will benefit children of all ages in the metro. The facilities will offer after-school and summer programs and serve as important hubs for education, recreation and mentorship. They will also provide crucial support and intervention services. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County will operate the centers and the programming will include athletics, art, health, educational resources and more. The Oklahoma City Council has approved these sites for the new youth centers:
• Woodson Park: 3403 S May Ave. • S Santa Fe Ave. & SE 66th St.
• Northeast Boys & Girls Club: 1501 NE 36th St. • Melrose Community Center: 7800 Melrose Lane
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