The New Orleans Museum of Art is a proud partner of the Google Cultural Institute, a website offering high-resolution images of works in the museum’s permanent collection for viewing audiences around the world. Read More
Between World Wars I and II, James Van Der Zee was one of the most popular photographers in Harlem, New York. Known primarily for his portraits, Van Der Zee also worked for a wide range of clients outside of his studio, including a variety of Harlem’s diverse faith communities. Read More
In this community-oriented activity, create your own sun inspired by artist Ugo Rondinone’s The Sun, a sculpture in the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Read More
NOMA’s staff offer suggestions on books for all ages related to themes of art, the natural world, and environmental issues. Read More
Around the world and throughout history artists have engaged with diverse beliefs in their artistic endeavors. Here is an opportunity for you to participate in an exchange of beliefs within the NOMA community. Read More
Find inspiration in works on view in "New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations" during a workshop led by Creative Assembly Cohort member LaVonna Varnado-Brown (@arijino.artistry) and Brooklyn-based artist Jennella Young (@jennebella).
This hands-on program for adults ages 18 and up threads together concepts of bookbinding, using needle and raffia, and will explore how women have stitched together culture and community across time and space.
Free with advance registration. Click the link in our bio to secure your spot today.
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: Works by David Sanou in "New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations."
: @wayanbarre
: First floor, Ella West Freeman Galleries
This is your sign to stop scrolling and enjoy spring. 
—: Lin Emery, “Wave,” 1988. Polished aluminum. Gift of the Frederick R. Weisman Company, 88.365.
This Wednesday, April 9, join Creative Assembly artists Carl Harrison Jr. (@carl_harrisonjr) and LaVonna Varnado-Brown (@arijino.artistry) in conversation with two residents from @arc_athens: Angelo Plessas (@angeloplessas) and Steffi Stouri (@steffi.stouri).
These artists with diverse backgrounds will share their experiences, perspectives, and creative processes.
Through an open exchange, attendees will gain insight into how art serves as a universal language, transcending geographical boundaries, and fostering connections among people from varied cultural backgrounds.
In conversation with NOMA’s Creative Assembly Cohort members, the visiting artists will explore themes of identity, representation, and the power of artistic expression.
This program is included with with museum admission, which is free for Louisiana residents every Wednesday courtesy of The Helis Foundation.
Click the link in our bio to learn more.
NOW ON VIEW 
“New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations” highlights the work of four contemporary artists working in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone.
NOMA Egg Hunt and Family Festival Presented by @hancockwhitney is Saturday, April 12! 
Join us for one of our favorite annual traditions featuring arts & crafts, games, face painting, food, drinks, sweets, music, and more!
The festival is set within the picturesque Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, and for many families, the Egg Hunt may be their first introduction to NOMA and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden.
The festival is 10:00 am–12:30 pm with egg hunts for ages 4 & under and ages 5 and up starting at 10:45 am.
Click the link in our bio to get your tickets today.
—: Patrick Davis
THIS FRIDAY 
Get ready for NOMA at Night on April 4, 6–9 pm, as we celebrate the opening of “New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations”!
Featuring After hours access to the exhibition and gallery talks led by artists, curators, and collaborators
Dancing to music selected by DJ Ojay of @afrobeatnola and @cestfunk
Artmaking for all ages
Specialty cocktail and happy hour menu from @cafenoma inspired by the exhibition
Click the webpage in our bio to learn more or drop a 
emoji in the comments and we’ll DM you the link to purchase tickets.
—: “Kimi” masquerade ensemble in honor of André Sanou’s “Qui Dit Mieux?,” 2022 (headpiece by David Sanou in the studio of André Sanou; the maker of the body requests anonymity). Collection of the Fitchburg Art Museum. Photo courtesy of the New Orleans Museum of Art.
