Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live!

NOMA is among more than 1,200 museums nationwide participating in Smithsonian magazine's Museum Day Live! that allows for two free admissions after registration at the event's website.

NOMA AND SCULPTURE GARDEN CLOSED

Due to a hurricane warning in metro New Orleans, both the museum and sculpture garden will be closed on Saturday, October 7. We anticipate reopening on Sunday, October 8, but please visit our Visitor Information page for updates.

Japan Fest 2017 at NOMA

Now in its 23rd year, the annual Japan Fest is the largest celebration of Japanese culture in the Gulf South. It’s a day to enjoy traditional dance groups, martial arts demonstrations, tours of our Japanese art collection, a fashion show, and much more, including Japanese food. Many visitors come to the festival in Japanese dress,...

Members Only Sale in the Museum Shop

NOMA members can take advantage of this one-day sale with 20 percent discounts on a wide array of merchandise in the NOMA Museum Shop.

Prospect.4: The Lotus In Spite of the Swamp Opening Weekend Celebration

Prospect New Orleans is a citywide triennial of contemporary art in New Orleans. Emphasizing collaborative partnerships, Prospect presents the work of diverse local, national, and international artists in unique and culturally exceptional venues, creating an optimistic cartography through the education and engagement of residents and visitors. NOMA will showcase works by six artists: Njideka Akunyili Crosby,...

Closed for Thanksgiving

In observance of Thanksgiving, NOMA will be closed on Thursday, November 23. Please visit us for the remainder of the holiday weekend from November 24-26.

Christmas Eve – Special Hours

NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be open on Sunday, December 24, from 11 a.m. to 5 pm. Find those last-minute gifts in the Museum Shop!

Closed for Christmas

NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be closed on December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

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.

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.