New Orleans is a city known for its rich and vibrant history and myriad cultures, and the local art scene absolutely reflects these local specificities. From independent studios to major museums, New Orleans\u2019s art scene is thriving. Here are some exciting art-related spots to check out the next time you\u2019re in the The Big Easy.<\/p>\n
Stella Jones Art Gallery<\/a><\/strong> One of New Orleans\u2019s premier art galleries, Stella Jones Art Gallery features pieces in a variety of media by renowned artists of the African diaspora. The gallery is committed to education, and fulfills its educational goals through lectures, panel discussions, gallery talks and exhibitions with artists in residence. Stella Jones Art Gallery also reaches out to local African American youth and provides them with educational opportunities to expand their knowledge of African and diasporic art.<\/p>\n New Orleans Museum of Art<\/a><\/strong> New Orleans\u2019s oldest fine arts institution, The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), was founded in 2011. This historic museum hosts an impressive permanent collection of close to 40,000 objects. The museum\u2019s collection is known for its\u00a0 French and American art, photography, glass, and African and Japanese collections. Not to be missed is the five-acre Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, one of the most famous sculpture installations in the United States. It boasts over 60 sculptures located amongst winding walking paths, ponds, 200-year-old oaks, pines, magnolias, camellias, and footbridges.<\/p>\n Ogden Museum of Southern Art<\/a><\/strong>
\n201 Saint Charles Ave Ste 132, New Orleans, LA 70170<\/p>\n
\n1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124<\/p>\n
\n925 Camp St\u00a0 New Orleans, LA 70130<\/p>\n