New Orleans Museum of Art

New Orleans Museum of Art

New Orleans Museum of Art
4.5
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
NOMA is committed to preserving, presenting, and enriching its collections and renowned Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden; offering innovative experiences for learning and interpretation; and uniting, inspiring, and engaging diverse communities and cultures. NOMA is New Orleans’ oldest fine arts institution and most ambitious cultural convener. NOMA’s permanent collection is at the heart of all museum programs and has grown from 13 works in 1912 to more than 40,000 today.
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Neighborhood: Lakeview
Lakeview extends inland from the shores of Lake Pontchartrain with much of the area reserved for family-friendly City Park. Home to the New Orleans Museum of Art, the Besthoff Sculpture Garden, Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, and the city’s own lush Botanical Gardens, City Park is a New Orleans gem and the perfect spot for outdoor fun with as much of a mix of culture and/or amusement as you would like. Beyond City Park more great excuses to stay outside beckon, whether on land or by boat. Developed a good deal later than most other New Orleans neighborhoods, Lakeview has a distinctively different look and feel compared to other parts of the city. Fans of mid century modern design and contemporary architecture particularly enjoy leisurely drives around the residential streets of Lake Vista, Park Island and along Lakeshore Drive.
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  • Sarah M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Artistic Culture and inspiration
    Peacefull and great place to visit outside of downtown City of New Orleans. Wonder green park full of family friendly things to do . Sculpture gardens free and than enjoy the cafe at museum and gift shop
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 18, 2023
  • Vicky S
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This small but beautiful collection in a grand space, covers gems from around the art world.
    I was particularly impressed by the photography exhibit, In Light of Everything, by photographer Debbie Fleming Caffery. The building houses everything from the earliest paintings through Modern Art notables, and sculpture from Mayan and Olmec cultures through current Porcelaneous pieces. The museum abuts two beautiful sculpture gardens which have easy walking paths.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written January 16, 2024
  • Heath W
    Denver, Colorado64 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Solid art museum and worth a trip
    A solid art museum with a decent number of works from the great artists and a solid number from more recent artists. The text for the work can be hard to read: low to the ground, and light font on a light background. It’s worth the trip but not something I’d go to again.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 18, 2024
  • mtt1220
    Oviedo, Florida193 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful.
    We only went to the Sculpture Garden....which was free and huge! Mostly modern-type art. The gardens are well-tended, paths are well marked and maintained. the Cafe du Monde is just a few steps away. Go to the rest of the park when you're done. A great day to start a day.
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written May 19, 2024
  • murrayhill
    176 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Art for Everyone
    On a 97-degree day, NOMA was a great way to beat the heat. The museum is ample but not overwhelming, and you can see the whole place in about three hours. It has a little of everything from cubists to impressionists to Renaissance and baroque. The photography galleries were especially strong. If you come on a Wednesday, make some time to stop at the cafe for happy hour from 3-6. Great deals on some quality cocktails. And don't sleep on the adjacent sculpture garden. Very peaceful and a diverse collection of works. Even if you don't want to go to the museum, you can walk around here for free. Worth the trip, no matter how hot it is.
    Visited August 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 7, 2024
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Suzanne S
35 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
This is a great little museum with just the right amount of art to catch your interest, delight your eye, and make you think. And at just about the time your brain tells you it's full and you need a break -- ta da! you've been through the whole museum.

The gift shop, however, is almost aggressively bad, with almost nothing on offer that directly relates to the art on display.
Written January 9, 2020
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Lynn Berg
Naples, FL1,020 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2020
This museum had beautiful, classic paintings. I really enjoyed meandering through the several levels. The sculpture garden off to the side of the museum was lovely.

NOTE: You cannot walk inside the museum with your backpack on for fear it may knock into a piece. You will have to check your backpack.
Written September 28, 2020
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Nomad Family
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico245 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
My wife and I could have spent hours here, but we have a toddler, so that wasn't going to happen. Regardless, we loved the various exhibits displayed over many rooms in this 3 floor museum. There was so much artwork from all over the world and many different periods. There were paintings, sculptures, displays, and various items. So much to see! The layout and diversity made this a truly fantastic experience. If I ever have the opportunity to go again, I will take it.
Written January 17, 2020
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K. T
New Orleans, LA1,451 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022
family of 5, two teens and a preteen and two adults. Free Parking. Kids admission FREE. Adult discounted due to having Culture Pass which is available through the New Orleans Public Library, must be a resident of New Orleans.

Visited the Queen Nefertari's Egypt exhibit. Very informative. We learned a lot.

Customer service was great. There is cafe NOMA (eatery) inside the museum and there is also a gift shop. Clean restrooms also available. 3 large floors of culture from all over the world.

Located within city park and a quick walk to Cafe Du Monde for delicious beignets.
Written March 24, 2022
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20854Dave_K
Potomac, MD108 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
There were many different categories of art represented in this collection at the NOMA, and the art spanned over many centuries. There were lots of paintings from different eras from different locations, including one exhibition showing local art produced in Louisiana. There were a lot of old artifacts from different cultures as well. Outside, behind the museum, there is a sculpture garden that is spread out to allow visitors to take a nice walk; the sculptures were all modern pieces. All in all, a nice place to unwind, relax, and enjoy different types of art. When we went, everyone 19 and under in age did not have to pay.
Written January 3, 2020
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kumtux
Vancouver, WA547 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
I had not been to NOMA in twenty years. It is now a new p[ost-Katrina building with room for many eclectic galleries. There is something for everyone. Our favorite was the gallery of contrasting photographs of Green Land and Iceland contrasted with areas of the Morgan City Louisiana wetlands, each demonstrating some form of common element.
Written February 21, 2020
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MarthaNTransit
Houston, TX13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
The museum itself has three floors of art from very old classic pieces to new, modern art. I was thrilled to see an El Greco and a couple of pieces by Picasso and Degas, as well as many lesser-known artists. It was a great way to spend a couple of hours. The building is in a lovely setting, with sprawling city park outside and the sculpture garden on the side of the building nearly blending into the park.
Written March 11, 2020
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363cymru123
Cardiff, UK127 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
If you are in New Orleans take the opportunity to visit this fantastic art museum, it won't disappoint. The approach itself is stunning with oak trees lining the way up to the front entrance. We spent an afternoon wandering around this place, its very interesting, it has a nice cafe and small (but pricey) gift shop. The aircon is fierce, take a jacket, I was freezing!
Written August 12, 2022
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Herb L
Newton, MA93 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
This museum has some superb items in their collection. It has a small but outstanding collection of Japanese
art, primarily scroll paintings but also some ceramic items and an amazing lacquer ware set. It is situated in
the New Orleans City Park, which is a great place to walk when the weather cooperates.
Written February 9, 2020
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Chris L
New Orleans, LA25 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2019
We took our daughter and son-in-law here. It was a great way to spend a summer day. There are three floors to view. It has great exhibits, and often has a visiting exhibit going on, too! A very nice museum right in the center of City Park.
Written March 15, 2020
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