“Cider and Song”
Featuring the Lynn Drury Band
520 Royal Street
Tickets on sale October 19
$10 general admission
Free for HNOC members
Join us for an autumn-themed evening featuring singer-songwriter Lynn Drury and her distinct New Orleans Americana style, dubbed “NOLAmericana.” Celebrating the connection between song, storytelling, and place, Drury’s music will invite us to consider the enduring role of musicians in capturing experiences and memories. Enjoy an acoustic evening of cider and song in HNOC’s picturesque courtyard. Attendees are encouraged to wear fall colors.
A cashless bar will be available during two back-to-back 45-minute sets. Admission is free for HNOC members and $10 for nonmembers. Standing room only; limited seating is available for guests with accessibility needs.
Courtyard Sessions are presented as part of French Quarter Fridays, featuring live music, happy hours, and engaging activities in HNOC’s French Quarter courtyard.
Featured Artist
Lynn Drury
Lynn Drury
Lynn Drury is a Mississippi-born singer-songwriter who has become a fixture in the New Orleans music scene. Drury's music captures the soulful intersection of Mississippi country, New Orleans R&B, and American folk, resulting in a style that is both sultry and gritty. Raised in Carriere, Mississippi, Drury's early life was steeped in rural traditions. She won a 4-H state competition in pole bending at age five—a testament to her determined spirit. She picked up the guitar at 26 and quickly immersed herself in songwriting, drawing inspiration from her Southern roots and the vibrant culture of New Orleans, where she relocated in the late 1990s.
Over more than two decades, she has released a string of 10 acclaimed albums, collaborating with notable producers and musicians along the way. Her evocative songwriting and distinctive voice have earned her regular spots at major festivals like French Quarter Fest and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, as well as accolades in OffBeat Magazine, which named her one to the city’s best country-folk singer/songwriters.
HNOC MEMBER BENEFITS
HNOC members receive free admission to Courtyard Sessions performances and (1) complimentary drink. Members will see their ticket discount display after logging in and adding tickets to their cart. Not a member? Join today!
Tips for Attendees
- Courtyard Sessions offer standing room only; seating is reserved for attendees with accessibility needs.
- HNOC has a cashless bar. Please bring a credit or debit card for food and drink purchases.
- HNOC members receive one (1) free drink ticket for a glass of wine or champagne.
- Restrooms are available on-site.
- No chairs or blankets are allowed in the courtyard.
- HNOC only permits trained service animals (as defined by the ADA) inside museum facilities. Pets and emotional support animals (ESAs) are not permitted.
Support
Courtyard Sessions are supported by a grant from the New Orleans Theatre Association (NOTA) and by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation’s Community Partnership Grant program.
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French Quarter Fridays
Enjoy live music, happy hours, and curated experiences in HNOC’s French Quarter courtyard.
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