Art Exhibit at Oklahoma Capitol Honors Gun Violence Victims

Tulsa hospital shooting victim's family displays 1,000+ Soul Boxes to urge lawmakers to act

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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A powerful art exhibit has been installed at the Oklahoma State Capitol, featuring over 1,000 Soul Boxes created to honor victims of gun violence. The exhibit was organized by the family of a victim from the 2022 Tulsa hospital shooting, with the goal of urging state lawmakers to take action to address this critical issue.

Why it matters

Gun violence continues to devastate communities across Oklahoma and the United States. This exhibit provides a poignant visual representation of the lives lost, while also serving as a call to action for policymakers to enact meaningful legislation and solutions to curb these tragedies.

The details

The Soul Boxes on display were created by volunteers across the country to commemorate individuals who have died from gun violence. Each box represents a life lost. The exhibit was organized by the family of Dr. Preston Phillips, who was killed in the 2022 Tulsa hospital shooting, as a way to honor his memory and advocate for change.

  • The art exhibit opened at the Oklahoma State Capitol on February 15, 2026.

The players

Soul Boxes

Small, handmade boxes created by volunteers across the country to honor victims of gun violence.

Dr. Preston Phillips

A victim of the 2022 Tulsa hospital shooting, whose family organized the art exhibit at the Oklahoma Capitol.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let our loved ones be forgotten. This exhibit is a powerful way to honor their memory and urge our lawmakers to take action to prevent these senseless tragedies.”

— Family member of Dr. Preston Phillips (spotonoklahoma.com)

What’s next

The exhibit will remain on display at the Oklahoma State Capitol through the end of the legislative session, providing an ongoing reminder to lawmakers of the urgent need for gun violence prevention measures.

The takeaway

This moving art exhibit serves as a poignant reminder of the human toll of gun violence and the critical importance of enacting common-sense policies to protect Oklahoma communities and save lives.