Teen Art Council

The NOMA Teen Art Council is a cohort of creative high school students and youth leaders who serve as ambassadors for the museum. Teen Art Council members meet on a weekly basis throughout the school year to plan programming for teen audiences, meet with museum staff, take part in conversations and creative experiences with artworks and artists, and more!

The TAC is now accepting applications for the 2022–23 school year, open to New Orleans area high school students. 9th and 10th graders are encouraged to apply! Click here to access the online application form, due by the noon on Thursday, September 29, 2022. In-person interviews will take place on Thursday, October 6.

Selected applicants will join returning TAC members for in-person weekly meetings beginning on October 13, 2022. Please note that staff are continuously monitoring Covid-19 safety protocol and making adjustments to programming as needed.

Follow us on Instagram @noma_teens to keep up with the TAC’s latest projects and events.

TAC in Dawn DeDeaux

TAC members exploring Dawn DeDeaux: The Space Between Worlds at NOMA, 2021

Teen Night: VIBRANT DIMENSIONS, March 2020.

TAC members in discussion with artist Fred Wilson, November 2019.

FAQ

What does the TAC do? How do I know if it’s for me?

Are you interested in learning about art through an encyclopedic collection spanning the centuries and continents? Are you interested in working with contemporary artists and museum professionals from New Orleans and beyond? Are you interested in designing programs and experiences for youth in your community? As a TAC member, you’ll not only gain invaluable professional experience and exposure to creative careers in museums and the arts, you’ll develop as a creative thinker and leader.

When does the Teen Art Council meet?

The TAC meets weekly on Thursday evenings, October through May and for select field trips and outings on other days.

Who should apply?

Creative New Orleans high school students of all kinds! The TAC is open to students from a variety of school settings including public, charter, private and homeschool. We deeply value, celebrate and support all ranges of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Teens who are interested in developing skills relating to community engagement, visual art, creative careers, and the art and museum fields are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the Teen Art Council is year-long commitment. Members meet weekly on Thursday evenings, October through May. TAC members can submit meetings and events for volunteer hours.

How can I apply?

The TAC recruits new members each summer/fall. We are now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year! Follow us on Instagram @noma_teens to follow the latest TAC projects and news.

Learn more about the TAC program in this essay by Youth Programs Coordinator, Danielle Rives

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