BILOXI, MS. — The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art (OOMA) invites the community to come together for an evening of art, connection and creativity during its free OOMA After Hours event on Thursday, November 19, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. This family-friendly gathering will feature a special live artist talk with Christopher Saucedo, whose powerful exhibition, and the world could be a better place, is currently on view at the museum.
OOMA After Hours offers visitors of all ages an opportunity to explore the museum’s current exhibitions, experience art in a welcoming environment and connect with the community. This month’s event provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from Saucedo about the personal experiences and inspiration behind his work.
Through themes of loss, memory, disaster and collective experience, Saucedo explores how art can transform tragedy into remembrance and meaningful connection. Central to the exhibition is The Entire Life of the World Trade Center and FF Gregory T. Saucedo, a deeply personal work honoring his brother, firefighter Gregory T. Saucedo, who lost his life in the September 11 attacks.
Incorporating a steel remnant from the World Trade Center, the piece serves as a powerful tribute to loss, resilience and remembrance.
“Saucedo shows us how art can transform profound loss into something meaningful and lasting,” said David Houston, Executive Director of the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art. “His work creates space for remembrance, reflection and connection.”
Saucedo has strong ties to the Gulf South, having taught sculpture at the University of New Orleans for 20 years. His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally and is represented in collections including the New Orleans Museum of Art and the National September 11th Memorial & Museum.
The museum welcomes families, art enthusiasts and community members to attend this free event, explore its current exhibitions and experience an evening celebrating the power of art to bring people together.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: OOMA After Hours – Featuring Artist Christopher Saucedo
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Admission: Free | Family-Friendly
Location: Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art | Biloxi, Mississippi
Featured Exhibition: and the world could be a better place
Gallery: OOMA IP Casino Resort Spa Exhibition Gallery
