Studio KIDS!

This fall, Studio KIDS! presents “Express Yourself” art classes for children. Perfect for students ages 5-10 who want to get creative and learn art making techniques. In each class, Studio KIDS! explores art made by diverse cultures as inspiration for art projects. From sculpting to painting, each class features different media and techniques. Register for...

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. Saturday, September 22: History Ideal for ages 2-7. No registration is necessary. StoryQuest is included with museum admission. Find the full...

Small Talk: John Singer Sargent’s Portrait of Mrs. Wertheimer with Docent Naomi Kornman

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 docent Naomi Kornman for a discussion about...

Noontime Talk: Decorative Arts with Curator Mel Buchanan

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 Curator Mel Buchanan as she leads visitors through the newly installed decorative arts displays in NOMA's Lupin Gallery.

Small Talk: Teaching Beyond Doctrine: Calligraphy and Painting by Zen Masters with Curator Lisa Rotondo-McCord

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 Curator Lisa Rotondo-McCord as she leads visitors...

LOVE in the Garden 2018 presented by Hancock Whitney

NOMA’s annual fall soiree in the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden will be held beneath the live oaks and starry skies. Join us for a night of dining, imbibing, and dancing. Tickets are available at the gate of the garden.

West African Cinema Series: Sembene!

Featuring recent award-winning films from Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Senegal, and the United States, the West African Cinema Series is presented in conjunction with the exhibition Lina Iris Viktor: A Haven. A Hell. A Dream Deferred. The documentary Sembene! traces the life of renowned Sengalese filmmaker Ousmane Sembene.

Small Talk: Artist Joan Mitchell with Docent Deb Houghton

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 docent Deb Houghton as she discusses the...

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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!