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New Year’s Eve Special Holiday Hours
New Year’s Eve Special Holiday Hours
NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be open on December 31 from 11 am to 5 pm.
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New Year’s Day Special Holiday Hours
New Year’s Day Special Holiday Hours
NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be open on January 1 from 11 am to 5 pm.
Museum Highlights Tour
Museum Highlights Tour
NOMA docents guide visitors on hour-long tours of either the permanent collection or special exhibitions. Tours are free with NOMA admission. Meet in the Great Hall to join in.
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Small Talk: The Sculptures of Edgar Degas
Small Talk: The Sculptures of Edgar Degas
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions.
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Noontime Talk: Past Present Future: Building Photography at the New Orleans Museum of Art with Curator Russell Lord
Noontime Talk: Past Present Future: Building Photography at the New Orleans Museum of Art with Curator Russell Lord
Noontime talks are casual conversations between artists, curators, and other special guests with NOMA visitors frequently scheduled throughout the year.
Join Curator Russell Long for a discussion about the exhibition Past Present Future: Building Photography at the New Orleans Museum of Art.
No Friday Nights at NOMA
No Friday Nights at NOMA
Friday Nights at NOMA will not be held on January 4. Please join us on January 11.
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Sculpture Garden Tour
Sculpture Garden Tour
Join NOMA’s docents for a free guided tour of the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden on Saturdays and Mondays, weather dependent, at noon. Sited on five acres adjacent to the museum, the garden contains more than sixty works by renowned sculptors placed among a picturesque live oak grove.
Small Talk: The Work of Joan Mitchell
Small Talk: The Work of Joan Mitchell
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions. Join a docent for a discussion about the...
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Noontime Talk: The Orléans Collection with Curatorial Fellow Kelsey Brosnan
Noontime Talk: The Orléans Collection with Curatorial Fellow Kelsey Brosnan
Noontime talks are casual conversations between artists, curators, and other special guests with NOMA visitors frequently scheduled throughout the year. Louisiana residents receive free admission to NOMA on Wednesdays courtesy of The Helis Foundation. Join Curatorial Fellow Kelsey Brosnan for a discussion about the exhibition The Orléans Collection.
Small Talk: The Work of Alberto Giacometti
Small Talk: The Work of Alberto Giacometti
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions.
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NOMA Book Club Curatorial Program
NOMA Book Club Curatorial Program
Join fellow book lovers as we read and discuss fiction and nonfiction books related to art, artists, art museums, NOMA’s collections and exhibitions. Curator Lisa Rotondo-McCord-McCord will lead a program about Japanese art in conjunction with the January book selection, An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro.
Friday Nights at NOMA: Orléans Collection Symposium | Harpist Catherine Anderson
Friday Nights at NOMA: Orléans Collection Symposium | Harpist Catherine Anderson
Friday Nights at NOMA returns for an exciting lineup of programs in 2019: live music, movies, children’s activities, and more. Regular admission prices apply—NOMA members are FREE—but there is no extra charge for programs or films. All galleries, the Museum Shop, and Café NOMA remain open till 9 pm.
Symposium: The Orléans Collection: Tastemaking, Networks, and Legacy
Symposium: The Orléans Collection: Tastemaking, Networks, and Legacy
The New Orleans Museum of Art and the Frick Collection's Center for the History of Collecting will host a two-day symposium, January 11-12, 2019, in conjunction with The Orleans Collection, an exhibition dedicated to the collecting and collection of Philippe II, Duke of Orléans (1674–1723) and on view at NOMA through January 27, 2019. In slightly more than...
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Symposium: The Orléans Collection: Tastemaking, Networks, and Legacy
Symposium: The Orléans Collection: Tastemaking, Networks, and Legacy
The New Orleans Museum of Art and the Frick Collection's Center for the History of Collecting will host a two-day symposium, January 11-12, 2019, in conjunction with The Orleans Collection, an exhibition dedicated to the collecting and collection of Philippe II, Duke of Orléans (1674–1723) and on view at NOMA through January 27, 2019. In slightly more than...
Small Talk: Golden Age of Dutch Art
Small Talk: Golden Age of Dutch Art
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions. Join a docent for a discussion about the...
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NOMA Book Club Discussion Group
NOMA Book Club Discussion Group
Join fellow book lovers as we read and discuss fiction and nonfiction books related to art, artists, art museums, NOMA’s collections and exhibitions. The selection for January is An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro.
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Noontime Talk: Ear to the Ground: Earth and Element in Contemporary Art with Curator Katie Pfohl
Noontime Talk: Ear to the Ground: Earth and Element in Contemporary Art with Curator Katie Pfohl
Noontime talks are casual conversations between artists, curators, and other special guests with NOMA visitors frequently scheduled throughout the year. Join Curator Katie Pfohl for a discussion about the exhibition Ear to the Ground: Earth and Element in Contemporary Art.
Small Talk: Georgia O’Keeffe’s My Backyard
Small Talk: Georgia O’Keeffe’s My Backyard
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions.
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Friday Nights at NOMA: Music by Extended Trio | Small Talks for Ear to the Ground exhibition
Friday Nights at NOMA: Music by Extended Trio | Small Talks for Ear to the Ground exhibition
Friday Nights at NOMA returns for an exciting lineup of programs in 2019: live music, movies, children’s activities, and more. In celebration of the Saints' NFC championship, visitors wearing the team's jerseys, apparel, or black and gold colors will be admitted FREE after 4 pm.
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Mindfulness Class
Mindfulness Class
From January 19 through March 16, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity, without judgment, and with a willingness to be with what is. Advance registration is required.
Studio KIDS!
Studio KIDS!
Get Creative with Studio KIDS! This winter/spring, Studio KIDS! classes explore art made by diverse cultures throughout time as inspiration for art projects. From sculpting to painting, each class features different media and techniques. Attend one class or the entire series. Classes are limited to 14 students. Register in advance to ensure your spot! Call...
StoryQuest
StoryQuest
Spark imagination, creativity, and a love of reading. Professional authors, actors and artists bring the world of children’s literature to NOMA in this family program. Family activities are offered after each StoryQuest to encourage museum exploration. Ideal for ages 2-7. No registration is necessary. StoryQuest is included with museum admission. Find the full schedule here....
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Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Special Hours
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Special Hours
NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be open from noon to 5 pm on the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
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Noontime Talk: The Orléans Collection with Curator Vanessa Schmid
Noontime Talk: The Orléans Collection with Curator Vanessa Schmid
Noontime talks are casual conversations between artists, curators, and other special guests with NOMA visitors frequently scheduled throughout the year. Join Curator Vanessa Schmid for a discussion about The Orléans Collection.
Small Talk: Antoine Coypel’s Assembly of the Gods
Small Talk: Antoine Coypel’s Assembly of the Gods
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions.
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Friday Nights at NOMA: Music by Pardon My French | Orléans Collection Tour | Lecture: Viewing Art in 18th-Century Paris
Friday Nights at NOMA: Music by Pardon My French | Orléans Collection Tour | Lecture: Viewing Art in 18th-Century Paris
Friday Nights at NOMA returns for an exciting lineup of programs in 2019: live music, movies, children’s activities, and more. Regular admission prices apply—NOMA members are FREE—but there is no extra charge for programs or films. All galleries, the Museum Shop, and Café NOMA remain open till 9 pm.
Create Late
Create Late
Exclusively for adults, kick off your weekend with a glass of wine and a hands-on art project! Unwind while enjoying Friday Nights at NOMA programming. Advance registration required.
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Mindfulness Class
Mindfulness Class
From January 19 through March 16, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity, without judgment, and with a willingness to be with what is. Advance registration is required.
Small Talk: Will Ryman’s America
Small Talk: Will Ryman’s America
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions.
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Noontime Talk: Commemoration: African Ancestral Screens and Bundles with Curator Ndubuisi Ezeluomba
Noontime Talk: Commemoration: African Ancestral Screens and Bundles with Curator Ndubuisi Ezeluomba
Noontime talks are casual conversations between artists, curators, and other special guests with NOMA visitors frequently scheduled throughout the year.
Small Talk: Robert Henri’s The Blue Kimono
Small Talk: Robert Henri’s The Blue Kimono
Small Talks are ten-to-fifteen-minute gallery talks focused on one object or a small group of objects. These brief informal sessions enrich the visitor experience and allow visitors to learn more about works of art in NOMA’s permanent holdings as well as those on view in temporary exhibitions.
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Museum Highlights Tour
Museum Highlights Tour
NOMA docents guide visitors on hour-long tours of either the permanent collection or special exhibitions. Tours are free with NOMA admission. Meet in the Great Hall to join in.
Friday Nights at NOMA: Arts & Letters Series with Edmund White and Thomas Beller | Music by Shawn Williams
Friday Nights at NOMA: Arts & Letters Series with Edmund White and Thomas Beller | Music by Shawn Williams
Friday Nights at NOMA returns for an exciting lineup of programs in 2019: live music, movies, children’s activities, and more. Regular admission prices apply—NOMA members are FREE—but there is no extra charge for programs or films. All galleries, the Museum Shop, and Café NOMA remain open till 9 pm.
5 events,
Mindfulness Class
Mindfulness Class
From January 19 through March 16, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity, without judgment, and with a willingness to be with what is. Advance registration required.
Studio KIDS!
Studio KIDS!
This winter/spring, Studio KIDS! classes explore art made by diverse cultures throughout time as inspiration for art projects. From sculpting to painting, each class features different media and techniques. Attend one class or the entire series. Advance registration required.
StoryQuest
StoryQuest
Spark imagination, creativity, and a love of reading. Professional authors, actors and artists bring the world of children’s literature to NOMA in this family program. Family activities are offered after each StoryQuest to encourage museum exploration. Free with museum admission.