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New Year’s Eve – Special Hours
NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be open on Sunday, December 31, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
New Year’s Day – Special Hours
NOMA welcomes the new year and visitors on Monday, January 1, from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy a day in our galleries and sculpture garden as the holiday season comes to a close.
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – Special Hours
NOMA welcomes visitors on the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday from noon to 5 pm.
No Friday Nights at NOMA
Friday Nights at NOMA will not be held on Friday, February 9, in advance of Mardi Gras weekend. The museum will close at 5 pm and reopen on Sunday, February 11.
Closed for Endymion Parade Saturday
NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be closed on Saturday, February 10, as City Park hosts thousands of Carnival revelers for the annual Krewe of Endymion parade. Please visit on Sunday, February 11, when our doors reopen at 11 am.
Closed for Mardi Gras
NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be closed on Tuesday, February 13, in observation of Mardi Gras.
International Slow Art Day
On Saturday, April 14, NOMA is participating in International Slow Art Day, which encourages visitors to slow down and explore one or several works of art for a minimum of five minutes each. Directions: Choose a work of art from NOMA’s galleries or the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Spend at least five minutes...
Louisiana Irises Sale
Visitors to the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will have the opportunity to purchase potted Louisiana irises from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Louisiana Rainbow Iris Festival
Horticulture lovers and gardening enthusiasts are invited to the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden for the annual Louisiana Rainbow Iris Festival, presented by NOMA and the Greater New Orleans Iris Society (GNOIS). Come view the newly-bloomed Louisiana irises in the lush sculpture garden. Visitors will have the opportunity to ask on-site iris experts any...
Edible Book Day
Edible Book Day is an international celebration of literature, art, and food. Museums, libraries, and universities throughout the world participate to create a program for creative individuals and community groups to highlight their artistic, baking, and decorating skills. Local community groups and individuals are invited to bake and decorate cakes inspired by books through the...
Taylor Scholars Family Day and Educator Appreciation Day
Join us for a a special Family Day at NOMA that celebrates the academic achievements and excellence shown by Taylor Scholars throughout Louisiana, all of whom are eligible for free admission. All educators are also welcome to visit for free. A full day of activities for students of all ages, families, and educators is planned throughout the...
Free admission for all moms on Mother’s Day
Moms receive free admission all day at NOMA on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13. Café NOMA will be serving free "mom-osas" along with a special brunch menu.