Special Exhibitions
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery hosts numerous exhibitions and events throughout the year.
We are proud to host both family-friendly community events and events for the 21-and-older crowd.
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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 … |
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![]() It’s a girls night out! Please join us for a showing of “Mean Girls” 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 7:00 PM. Picnics allowed. Trucks: TBD … |
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New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
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New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
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New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
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![]() 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 inspired by life on a pumpkin patch farm! This event and activities are most appropriate for children in or around kinderdgarden age. Adults are encouraged to partner in the … |
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![]() Welcome foolish mortals… to the museum! This tour may take place in the middle of the afternoon but within our shadow filled walls, you’ll never know! You’ll wind your way down echoing halls and creep through mysterious corridors where paintings and sculptures (and other odd items) inspire hair-raising tales. If you can not make the event after reserving a …
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![]() Please join us for a showing of “The Addams Family” 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 7:00 PM. Picnics allowed. Trucks: TBD Please no dogs, smoking, … |
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![]() Join us for the 6th annual family-friendly South Highlands Witches Ride – a festive and fun bike ride through our enchanting neighborhood. Costumes and decorated bikes encouraged! All adults and kids are welcome! Free & Open to the public. *WEATHER PERMITTING* 10am – Meet up at Rhino Coffee for coffee10:45 am – Line Up for Ride in Pierremont Mall parking … |
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New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
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