Activity Overview
The New Orleans Museum of Art, also known as NOMA, is a fine arts museum located New Orleans' popular City Park. It contains a collection of nearly 40,000 pieces of art and artifacts, including French and American art, glass works, photography, and African and Japanese artwork. It is also home to one of the finest sculpture gardens in the United States, which visitors can explore using its footpaths that wind through moss-covered trees and over bridges. It's a great place for families who are looking for cultural institutions to visit in New Orleans.
Things to Do
- Go for a leisurely walk through the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden and enjoy the over 60 sculptures on display.
- Explore the museum's extensive art collections, which contain fascinating pieces from around the world.
- Take the entire family to the museum to participate in a Family Art Workshop, where both children and adults can create their own beautiful works of art.
New Orleans Museum of Art Insider Tips
- If you're a Louisiana resident, you can enjoy free admission on Wednesdays.
- Attend Friday Nights at NOMA, a weekly program that features things like live music, film screenings, theater performances, and art activities.
- Check out the museum's special events for children, which include art activities, story time, and special hands-on gallery experiences designed for children between the ages of 1 and 2.
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Fun games for the whole family
Making science into family fun
Giving the little ones a laugh
Fun, creative activities
Exercise for the mind
Entertainment for the whole family
Great fun when you're stuck at home