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Portrait of Humanity is a new global initiative by 1854 Media, publisher of British Journal of Photography. Portrait of Humanity serves as a timely reminder, that despite our many differences, we are able to unite as a global community through the power of photography, to...
The exhibition features 43 gelatin silver prints documenting plantation architectural styles from the 18th and 19th centuries. “Robert Tebbs was one of the foremost architectural photographers of the early 20th century,” says Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser. “These photographs capture...
The exhibition features 43 gelatin silver prints documenting plantation architectural styles from the 18th and 19th centuries.
“Robert Tebbs was one of the foremost architectural photographers of the early 20th century,” says Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser. “These photographs capture...
The Capitol Park Museum is honored to present the 1966 Cadillac Superior Coach hearse that transported the body of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. after his assassination in Memphis on April 4, 1968. The hearse carried King’s body from the hospital to the funeral home and then...
2018 is both the New Orleans Tricentennial and the Centennial of the birth of the most beloved and influential pianist in New Orleans history: Henry Roland Byrd aka Professor Longhair. This exhibit will celebrate all things Fess starting with his origins and development to his early hits such...
Le Kèr Creole (The Creole Heart): Runaway Slaves, Music, and Memory in Louisiana follows the story of Juan San Malo, the leader of a runaway slave community in 1780s, to share the story of Louisiana Creole language and music. Photography by Bruce...
Photographer Aníbal Martel and researcher Thenesoya V. Martín De la Nuez are the Canarian co-creators of CISLANDERUS, a four-year long cultural and artistic project dedicated to the Canary Islanders community in Louisiana, the living legacy of the 18-Century Canarian immigration to New Orleans....
As part of New Orleans’ tricentennial activities, the Cabildo is proud to open a brand new exhibition, We Love You, New Orleans. Celebrating the people, places and things that make New Orleans one of the nation’s most unique cities to visitors and residents alike, the exhibition plays...
The Louisiana State Museum is proud to announce the first-of-its-kind comprehensive exhibition on the history of gay carnival at the Presbytère in Jackson Square. Grand Illusions: The History and Artistry of Gay Carnival in New Orleans brings together more than two hundred artifacts...
Maps shown in this exhibition represent the evolution of New Orleans over three centuries. The Mississippi River’s influence is always apparent, its curve bestowing the nickname Crescent City. Geographical constraints are evident, with cypress swamps dominating the landscape until engineers...
From "Buona Sera" to "Just A Gigolo," that "Old Black Magic" still has the world under Louis Prima’s spell! Join us at the New Orleans Jazz Museum for the exhibit The Wildest: Louis Prima Comes Home. As a trumpeter, singer, songwriter and performer, this son of New Orleans sons swinging...
Drumsville!: Evolution of the New Orleans Beat explores the role of percussion and rhythm in New Orleans and how the innovative drummers from the Crescent City continually changed that role and took it around the planet. The exhibit has a beautiful sampling of photographs and drums...
Since 1699, when Pierre Le Moyne, sieur d’Iberville, celebrated Shrove Tuesday at his encampment on the Mississippi River, Mardi Gras has been an integral part of Louisiana’s culture. Experience this extraordinary tradition through rare artifacts, scores of magnificent costumes,...
This exhibition celebrates the legacy of aviation pioneers Jimmie Wedell and Harry P. Williams, who formed an air service in Patterson in 1928 that quickly rose to the top tier of air racing. Displays include numerous replica aircraft, such as the famous Miss Patterson #44 and the Gilmore #121,...
Grounds for Greatness: Louisiana and the Nation shows Louisiana’s impact on the nation and the world. From the Louisiana Purchase to the critical role Louisiana played in our nation’s wars (including the Battle of New Orleans in the War of 1812, the Civil War and both World...
Combining eyewitness accounts, historical context, immersive environments and in-depth scientific exploration, this exhibition shows the impact of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and how Louisiana is learning to live more safely with hurricanes. Oral histories and artifacts, such as a Coast...
Exploring this National Historic Landmark will offer both a tour through a historical structure and the culture that surrounded the home throughout history. Situated on the banks of Bayou Lafourche, this was the residence of two of Louisiana’s significant political figures: Governor...
The Mississippi River: A River of Commerce, Controversy and Control The Mississippi River was formed over 4,000 years ago, but over the last 300 years the river has...
As night falls, come together for an elegant and extemporized mix of music, dancing, art, and illuminations at our Improvisations Gala on Saturday, December 7, 2019. Taking place throughout the...
As night falls, come together for an elegant and extemporized mix of music, dancing, art, and illuminations at our Improvisations Gala on Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Taking place throughout the...
Cultural anthropologist and curator Rachel Breunlin will lead a conversation with Bruce Sunpie Barnes (photographer), Francis X. Pavy (lithophane maker and oil painter) and Charles Gillam (wood carver...
Looking for an exciting Christmas project to do with a group or classmates? We invite you to get involved with the Wedell-Williams Aviation and Cypress Sawmill Museum by decorating one of our museum...
Located at the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint’s 3rd Floor Performance Space, the 150-person venue hosts some of the most intimate concerts in the City of New Orleans and with some of the...
Kick off the carnival season at the Louisiana State Museum on Sunday, January 12th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.! Get a peek behind the scenes of the museum’s costume collection with Curator...
Bruce Sunpie Barnes, Big Chief of the Northside Skull and Bone Gang, will host a conversation with his second chief, Zohar Israel, and two chiefs of downtown Mardi Gras Indian tribes: Clarence Dalcour...
What better way to celebrate Carnival with friends and family than enjoying wine, cheese and king cake while receiving hands-on guidance to create your very own Carnival inspired Mardi Gras mask...
Children with autism and developmental disabilities and their families are invited to the Louisiana State Museum to celebrate carnival in style! On Saturday, January 25th from 9:00 a.m. to...
Teen and adults with autism and developmental disabilities and their families are invited to the Louisiana State Museum to celebrate carnival in style! On Saturday, January 25th from 1:00 p....
