Paws & Pose: A Pup-Up Exhibit
2025-08-21 - 2025-09-21 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
In honor of International Dog Day, the Norton is going to the dogs—literally! Paws & Pose: A Pup-Up Exhibit is a playful pop-up exhibition featuring a collection of silly, heartwarming, hilarious, and always adorable candid canine photos of our Shreveport four-legged community. From muddy paws to costume fails, this lighthearted display celebrates the joy, mischief, and unconditional love our four-legged friends bring to our lives. Come wag your tail through the museum and see why dogs truly are (wo)man’s best friend!

International Dog Day Tour
2025-08-22 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Celebrate International Dog Day with a tail-wagging tour at the R.W. Norton Art Gallery! Join us as we sniff out the many delightful depictions of dogs throughout our collection—from loyal companions in classic portraits to playful pups in whimsical scenes. This fun and informal tour is perfect for art lovers and dog enthusiasts alike. Come see how man’s best friend has inspired artists for centuries!
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New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
2025-08-28 - 2025-11-23
28 August – 23 November 2025
Opening Thursday, 28 August this vibrant show features the work of 50 incredible artists—each one sharing their personal love story with New Orleans. From the soulful streets of the French Quarter to the rhythm of second lines and the glow of gas lamps, this exhibition is a celebration of the spirit, color, and heart of the Crescent City.
Featured Artists: Aaron Angelo • Natalie Armstrong • Tony Bernard • Zana Randjelovic-Brown • Julie Burton • Sarah Cotton • Tami Curtis • Taylor Anne Demarest • Kloe Donley • Brandon Felix • Michelle Filer • Morgan Gray • Nurhan Gokturk • Mayron Guerrero • Adam Hall • Karen Harrington • Connie Helaire • Sandy Hester • Chris Holcombe • Ray Holt • Andrew LaMar Hopkins • Rashad Jamal • Harmani Johnson • Emre Karaoglu • Karen Kinberger • Chris King • Karen La Beau • Jacquelyn LeVan • Katie Lewis • Veronique Marquette • Mason • Marty Mayeaux • Mell Moore • Jennifer Morgan • Linda Moss • Church Goin Mule • Joe Mustachia • Dominick Navarra • Crystal Obeidzinski • Ayodele Owolabi • Eli Pillaert • Kelly Rangel • Robert Post • Emilie Rhys • Lisa Joy Schneider • Nicole Shore • Mike Torma • Adam Trest • Miranda Weddleton • Bridget Winder

Opening Reception: New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
2025-08-28 17:00 - 19:00
Please join us Thursday, 28 August from 5:00 – 7:00 pm and enjoy connecting with other art lovers, be the first to view the special exhibition, chat with the artists, and enjoy an evening at the Norton.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Bring a friend!
We hope to see you there!
New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
28 August – 23 November 2025
Opening Thursday, 28 August this vibrant show features the work of 50 incredible artists—each one sharing their personal love story with New Orleans. From the soulful streets of the French Quarter to the rhythm of second lines and the glow of gas lamps, this exhibition is a celebration of the spirit, color, and heart of the Crescent City.
Featured Artists: Aaron Angelo • Natalie Armstrong • Tony Bernard • Zana Randjelovic-Brown • Julie Burton • Sarah Cotton • Tami Curtis • Taylor Anne Demarest • Kloe Donley • Brandon Felix • Michelle Filer • Morgan Gray • Nurhan Gokturk • Mayron Guerrero • Adam Hall • Karen Harrington • Connie Helaire • Sandy Hester • Chris Holcombe • Ray Holt • Andrew LaMar Hopkins • Rashad Jamal • Harmani Johnson • Emre Karaoglu • Karen Kinberger • Chris King • Karen La Beau • Jacquelyn LeVan • Katie Lewis • Veronique Marquette • Mason • Marty Mayeaux • Mell Moore • Jennifer Morgan • Linda Moss • Church Goin Mule • Joe Mustachia • Dominick Navarra • Crystal Obeidzinski • Ayodele Owolabi • Eli Pillaert • Kelly Rangel • Robert Post • Emilie Rhys • Lisa Joy Schneider • Nicole Shore • Mike Torma • Adam Trest • Miranda Weddleton • Bridget Winder

A Storybook Christmas & Yuletide: Holiday Favorites from the Norton Holiday Exhibitions
2025-12-04 - 2026-01-11
A Storybook Christmas Holiday Exhibition
Step into a world where imagination meets the magic of the season. A Storybook Christmas celebrates the wonder, nostalgia, and timeless charm of beloved holiday tales and characters. From classic storybook adventures and winter folklore to enchanting storefronts, holiday food, and dreamy snow scenes, this festive exhibition transforms the Norton into a whimsical holiday wonderland for all ages. Experience the joy and creativity of the season as art brings to life the stories that warm our hearts and brighten our memories.

Featured Artists:
Sarah Adams • Deanne Arrowsmith • Ken Beatty • Erica Branch • Lauren Brasseaux • Brad Campbell • Robin Clawson • Sarah Clostio • Mary Jean Davis • Kathryn Day McCutcheon • Sarah Dupree • Emily Feazel • Jamie Hill • Eleanor Hooper • Karen Kinberger • Gabriela Moreno Aboyles • Jennifer “Jen” Morgan • Jennifer Psalmonds • Dominick Navarra • Dixie Richards • Eric Sanders • Stacy Spohn • Shelly Taylor • Kay R. Wallace • Lisa Wellborn

Yuletide: Holiday Favorites from the Norton
Yuletide: Holiday Favorites from the Norton is an enchanting exhibition celebrating the spirit of the holiday season. Featuring a curated selection of festive artworks from the museum’s permanent collection, this show highlights pieces that evoke the warmth, nostalgia, and joy of the holiday season. Blending traditional with contemporary works, the Norton invites you to enjoy works that capture themes of winter landscapes, seasonal gatherings, and holiday traditions. Yuletide takes guests on a delightful trip through various artistic interpretations of the season, featuring works by renowned artists as well as regional favorites. The show is ideal for families, art enthusiasts, and anybody wishing to experience the beauty and magic of the holidays.

Holiday Exhibition Opening Reception
2025-12-04 17:00 - 19:00
YOU’RE INVITED
Opening Reception • 4 December from 5:00-7:00 PM
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Step into a world where imagination meets the magic of the season. A Storybook Christmas celebrates the wonder, nostalgia, and timeless charm of beloved holiday tales and characters. From classic storybook adventures and winter folklore to enchanting storefronts, holiday food, and dreamy snow scenes, this festive exhibition transforms the Norton into a whimsical holiday wonderland for all ages. Experience the joy and creativity of the season as art brings to life the stories that warm our hearts and brighten our memories.
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Featured Artists:
Sarah Adams @sarahkatesmakes
Deanne Arrowsmith
Ken Beatty
Erica Branch @pookinopolis_erica_branch
Lauren Brasseaux @sibleydesigns
Brad Campbell @bradcampbell515
Robin Clawson @arjclawson
Sarah Clostio @sarahclostioartistry
Mary Jean Davis
Kathryn Day McCutcheon @beetleandbird
Sarah Dupree @sarahdupree_
Emily Feazel
Jamie Hill
Eleanor Hooper @eleanorhooperfineart
Karen Kinberger @karenkinberger
Gabriela Moreno Aboyles
Jennifer “Jen” Morgan @jenmorgan_creativearts
Jennifer Psalmonds @jenpsalmondsart
Dominick Navarra @dominick_navarra
Dixie Richards
Eric Sanders @the.armored.artist
Stacy Spohn
Shelly Taylor @shelly.taylor.art
Kay R. Wallace @kayrwallaceart
Lisa Wellborn @lisawellborn
