First Americans Museum (FAM)

The First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, OK, showcases the collective history, cultural diversity, and ongoing contributions of 39 First American Nations. Delivering this high-finish, educational environment required precise material integration and versatile drafting solutions. Serving as a key detailer and technical coordinator, I developed the comprehensive fabrication drawings and construction documents for complex architectural casework, multi-layered graphics, and interactive exhibit galleries.

My Role & Key Execution Areas:

• Interactive Media & Casework Integration: Engineered shop drawings and assembly details for custom media desks and artifact display counters, ensuring seamless routing for integrated hardware and electronics.

• Complex Material & Graphic Layering: Coordinated the detailing and alignment of multi-layered graphic wall panels, architectural finishes, and back-lit LED lighting components.

• Archival Conservation Housing: Developed technical documents for secure archival display cases, ensuring strict tolerances to protect sensitive historical artifacts.

• Architectural Elements & Millwork: Drafted precise fabrication documents for curved and geometric architectural wood elements, guaranteeing structural integrity and field-fit accuracy.

Project Execution Impact

"The First Americans Museum required a diverse mix of architectural materials, specialized lighting, and media-integrated casework. By delivering meticulous fabrication documents and managing material tolerances across multiple galleries, I helped ensure that complex components transitioned smoothly from the shop floor to successful field installation."