NOMA Announces Acquisition of Wangechi Mutu’s Crocodylus
The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) announces the acquisition of Crocodylus, a sculpture by Kenyan-American artist Wangechi Mutu. A gift of Sydney and Walda Besthoff, Crocodylus is the newest addition to the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, and the last acquisition by the garden patrons before the passing of Sydney Besthoff in February 2022. The sculpture was first on view from November 2021 to January 2022 in New Orleans’ Crescent Park as part of Prospect.5. Read More
Printable Family Guide for Queen Nefertari’s Egypt
NOMA’s printable family guide for Queen Nefertari’s Egypt includes prompts for close looking and discussion, gallery activities, and tips for exploring ancient Egypt at home! Read More
Educator Guide for Queen Nefertari’s Egypt
This Educator Guide for Queen Nefertari’s Egypt includes sections highlighting five major exhibition themes pertaining to life and death during the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt. Images of works of art from the collection of the Museo Egizio in Turin, Italy, are included. Making Connections questions throughout the guide invite comparison between ancient Egypt and today. The packet includes pre- and post-visit lessons that can be adapted across grade levels. Read More
Video: Art in Bloom Lectures 2022
One of the most anticipated springtime events in New Orleans, Art in Bloom showcases spectacular floral designs created by garden clubs, floral designers, and creative talents from New Orleans and beyond. This year’s theme, In Full Bloom, celebrates, through floral expression, a renewed joy for togetherness. Read More
Video: Rearranging the Planets | A New Work by Steve Lands
Creative Assembly Cohort member Steve Lands presents “Rearranging the Planets,” a new musical performance reinterpreting composer Gustav Holst’s influential orchestral suite “The Planets.” Read More
Creative Assembly Questionnaire: Tiana Nobile
In a new series of questionnaires, we’re learning more about the members of this year’s Creative Assembly Cohort. Keep reading to get to know poet, writer, and educator Tiana Nobile. Read More