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...

Small Talk: Roland Penrose’s The Veteran with Docent Harvey Orth

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 Harvey Orth for a discussion about...

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, October 13: Gardens Ideal for ages 2-7. No registration is necessary. StoryQuest is included with museum admission. Find the full...

West African Cinema Series: Green White Green

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. Saturday, September 29, 2 pm: Sembene! (Not rated, 2015 Saturday, October 13, 2 pm: Green White Green (Rated PG, 2017) Saturday, December...

Small Talk: Odili Donald Odita’s Forever with Docent Regina Shujaa

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 Regina Shujaa for a discussion about...

Art Comes to Life – Sculpture in Song in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden by the New Orleans Opera Association

In advance of its production of Pygmalion, inspired by NOMA's forthcoming exhibition The Orléans Collection, the New Orleans Opera Association will present selections from the opera and other eighteenth-century French Baroque compositions in a roving performance throughout the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Admission is FREE for this joint production between NOMA and the New Orleans Opera...

Small Talk: Giovanni Boldoni’s Portrait of a Woman in Profile with Docent Beth Akin

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 Beth Akin for a discussion about...

Small Talk: Abstract Thoughts with Curatorial Associate Anne Roberts

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 Curatorial Associate Anne Roberts for a discussion...

Friday Nights at NOMA: Music by Blato Zlato | Panel Discussion: Extraordinary Women and the Founding of a Modern Museum | Curator-led Tours

Friday Nights at NOMA opens the museum’s doors for many interesting activities throughout the year: 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 and Café NOMA remain open till 9 pm.

Small Talk: Buddhist Art at NOMA with Docent Ambika Prasad

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.