American art is as diverse as the nation itself. NOMA’s collection spans the country’s historical evolution and diverse ethnicities, from pre-Columbian Native American tribal art to cutting-edge contemporary works that express the freedom of unbound creativity. NOMA will be open on the Fourth of July with special hours from noon to 5 p.m. Read More

Most at home surrounded by the chaos of Mardi Gras and the percussive beats of a marching band, Bruce Davenport Jr., better known as Dapper Bruce Lafitte, a New Orleans native, has found success in his unique style of pen-and-marker drawings of the city’s vibrant street parades. Read More

Simon Gunning is among dozens of New Orleans-based artists who have been represented by Arthur Roger Gallery. As Pride of Place: The Making of Contemporary Art in New Orleans opens at NOMA, featuring the donated collection of Arthur Roger, Gunning discusses his career and artistic influences, and the role Roger has served in promoting the region’s contemporary artists and collecting their works. Read More

Filmmaker John Waters is among the artists represented in a new exhibition featuring the donated collection of renowned New Orleans gallerist Arthur Roger. Read More