The singular showgirl left behind a trove of furnishings and memorabilia, and THNOC has acquired a select group to preserve this spicy slice of French Quarter history.
Two THNOC staffers share their work to rehouse the fragile glass-disc masters of 1940s jazz recordings produced by Bill Russell.
Two decorative arts fellows are part of a growing wave of scholars challenging established norms for the field.
Using rare and one-of a kind items, THNOC's Louisiana History Galleries traces the state's history from before the colonial era through Hurricane Katrina. These five objects from the galleries shine light on New Orleans's rich past.
A 1993 play remains one of the few adaptations of John Kennedy Toole's Pulitzer Prize–winning novel. THNOC talked to the play's production designer about her vision for the show and its influence on her own artwork.
A THNOC internship leads to the creation of an important tool for preserving and displaying Black Masking Indian suits.
An experimental theater production sheds new light on one of Tennessee Williams’s most beloved characters.
Nearly 35 years ago, a heedless conservator drastically changed a rare portrait of a free woman of color. Now, it has been restored and is on view again—and this time, THNOC is telling the story.
Were our ancestors glued to the mail like we are glued to our phones? The wealth of postcards with pedestrian information suggests that they may have been.
Damage from fire, water, or other natural disasters can ruin possessions and memories. Here are a few tips to rescue damaged items, and advice on when to seek professional help.
