Small Wonders: Insects in Focus

Stag Beetle and the text Small Wonders: Insects in Focus.

About Small Wonders: Insects in Focus

Crawl, fly or buzz into the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library for an exhibit that's like none other!

Visit Small Wonders: Insects in Focus from January 28 through March 16, and find all-ages, exhibit-related programs happening at a Metro Library near you.

 

What is Small Wonders?

Small Wonders features large photographs of very small animals. Artist Bob Sober worked with entomologists (people who study insects) to create images that capture the astonishing colors, patterns, textures, and details of the bug around our world. 

We hope that Small Wonders inspires you to think about the world under our feet and the humans desire to create art about the world around them. 

YOU'RE INVITED TO A BUG PARTY!
Saturday, January 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library (300 Park Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102)

Join us for a fantastical bug kickoff party that includes a live insect petting zoo, crafts, face painting and more! Please click the button below for more details and to let us know you're coming.

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Beetle Collection Kit (Ages 5-10)

All Day 1/26–2/1
Birth-PreK, Kids
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Calling all insect explorers! Want to create and keep a collection of insects at your home? What if you could capture and decorate them yourself?

This event is in the "Kids" group

Through a Bug's Eyes Take Home Kit

All Day 1/26–2/1
Kids
The Village Library
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes?

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Small Wonders: Bug Embroidery Workshop (Ages 8-18)

6:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Teens
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 20, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Love creepy crawlies or just want to learn a cool new skill? Join us for a fun, hands-on embroidery workshop where you’ll learn basic stitches and create your own bug-inspired art!

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Small Wonders Opening Party

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 31, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Entire 4th Floor
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come one, come all to our Small Wonders Kickoff Party!!

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Orange Frog Hopper.
Bob Sober, Frog Hopper (Genus species unidentified) Philippines orange, 2015; digital image printed on aluminum,30 x 60 inches; Courtesy of art’s IMPORTANT, LLC.
Lanternfly.
Bob Sober, Lanternfly (Genus species unidentified) Thailand, 2015; digital image printed on aluminum, 30 x 60inches; Courtesy of art’s IMPORTANT, LLC.