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HNOC Commemorates America’s 250th Anniversary with Special Programs in 2026

March 27, 2026

From concerts to panel discussions, the Collection joins organizations across the country in marking the anniversary.

Still rendering from "American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition" showing General Washington planning the crossing of the Delaware River

The Historic New Orleans Collection is excited to be a part of Louisiana America250, a subcampaign of America250, the official nationwide initiative celebrating the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Save the dates and subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates about HNOC programs, beginning with American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition, on view until January 17, 2027. See below for currently-scheduled events and check back as more are added throughout the year!

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American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition

March 20, 2026 to January 17, 2027

Daily Programs

Shortcut Talk

Beyond the 13 Colonies: New Orleans and the American Revolution

America 250 Events

Friday
5–7 p.m.
Courtyard Sessions
HNOC kicks off its Courtyard Sessions concert series with a tribute to the Great American Songbook.
French Quarter Fridays, Concert, America 250
Thursday
6–7:15 p.m.
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Kathleen DuVal explores the impact of the American Revolution on Louisiana and the Gulf South region.
Lecture, America 250
Sunday
HNOC Travel 2026
Step back in time with HNOC for an exclusive five-day exploration of the nation’s largest living history museum.
HNOC Travel, America 250
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April 14, 2026
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March 23, 2026
In a guest column for NOLA.com | “The Times Picayune,” HNOC President and CEO Daniel Hammer invites readers to view 250 years of American history through a local lens.
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