RW Norton

New Orleans in Art Public Tour
2025-09-26 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
Enjoy a tour through this vibrant show featuring 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.
Each person attending will need their own ticket.
Tour Guidelines:
• Tours are limited to 20 people.
• You MUST have a ticket to attend a tour.
• If you can no longer attend the tour, please email emily@rwnaf.org to release your ticket so others can attend.

CLICK HERE to reserve your free ticket.

Reel Adventures: The Kid
2025-09-19 17:30 - 20:00 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
Do you like movies? Do you like exploring behind the scenes and learning the nuts and bolts of movie making? If so, please join us for Reel Adventures: The Kid! It’s like a book club, but MUCH better! Along with good fun, food and drink, prizes awarded, and more.

It works like this: We pick a movie that is either available free of charge, or at minimal cost, on one or more digital platforms. You watch this movie in the comfort of your own home, and then we meet at the museum for a discussion led by film expert and director Jeffrey Goodman, intermixed with trivia and games.

We will be providing complimentary water, soft drinks, a signature-themed mocktail, and light hors d’oeuvres. However, you are encouraged to bring whatever snacks strike your fancy.

The Kid is a 1921 American silent comedy-drama film written, produced, directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin, and features Jackie Coogan as his foundling baby, adopted son and sidekick. This was Chaplin’s first full-length film as a director. It was a huge success and was the second-highest-grossing film in 1921. Now considered one of the greatest films of the silent era, it was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress in 2011.

The Kid is available on YouTube TV, Amazon Prime, and HBO Max with a subscription and Apple TV for $3.99.

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So, we look forward to seeing you!

Backyard Books: Autumn at the Norton Farm
2025-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
Do you wish to stretch your child’s imagination? Well, join us on the lawn of the R.W. Norton Art Gallery as we read children’s books and take part in creative activities based on fun at the barnyard!
This event and activities are most appropriate for children in or around kinderdgarden age. Adults are encouraged to partner in the story and activities with their children.
The entirety of this event will be held outdoors. Please be mindful that the museum is closed and there are port-a-jons available outside. There are no water fountains available, so please bring a water bottle if needed.
ONLY the child(ren) attending needs a ticket. Adults DO NOT need a ticket.
The length of the event will be between 30 – 45 minutes.

CLICK HERE for tickets.

Twilight Talkies: AirBud
2025-09-12 19:30 - 21:00 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
Please join us for a showing of “AirBud” sponsored by Raising Canes Chicken Fingers on the front lawn of the museum for FREE!! Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy a movie under the stars. Local food trucks will be on hand with yummy treats to enjoy starting at 6:00 PM. Movie begins at 7:30 PM. Picnics allowed.

Trucks: Hot Dawg Hut, Joes to Geaux, and Coffee Krewe SBC

This is a dog-friendly event. Please make sure to keep your dog on a leash at all times and pick up after you furry friend. If your dog does not do well around crowds, this may not be the event for them.

Please no smoking or tobacco products at this event.

This movie is rated PG from 1997.CLICK HERE for a link to Common Sense Media about the movie: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/air-bud

Opening Reception: New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
2025-08-28 17:00 - 19:00 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
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

New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
2025-08-28 - 2025-11-23 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
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

International Dog Day Tour
2025-08-22 13:30 - 15:00 | RW Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana, 71106, United States
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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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!

New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
2025-06-17 - 2025-07-21 | Louisiana
CALLING ALL ARTISTS! The R.W. Norton Art Gallery is happy to announce we’ve opened submissions to our next juried exhibition, New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City! This prize-winning show will be a “taste” of New Orleans art designed to celebrate the soul of the Crescent City and its environs through an eclectic mix of artists, styles, subject matter, etc. – as if one were visiting New Orleans and seeing its art in person. Our goal is to bring amazing artists to the attention of the Shreveport-Bossier community. See the application below for details and the rules and regulations for New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City.
Over $9,000 in prize money
Deadline: 21 July 2025
Download Application pdf
