Visit
![A courtyard with mustard-colored walls and dark green accents. Two people stand by a central fountain, and others browse a decorative shop with arched windows. Potted plants and wrought iron furniture complete the setting.]()
Enjoy free admission every day. Visit the museum, shop, and café, or resesarch our collections at the Williams Research Center.
Exhibitions
![Poster for Chihuahua: King Of New Orleans Dogs, 1981, by Bunny Matthews.]()
Explore the world of the legendary New Orleans artist and his iconic characters, Vic and Nat’ly. On view until May 9, 2027.
Events
![A vintage advertisement for Genuine Creole Gumbo-Filé.]()
On November 7, our 2026 Food Forum and Food Fête tasting event will explore the origins and deep community connections of Louisiana’s official state dish, led by renowned food historian Dr. Jessica B. Harris.
Research & Collections
![An antique Remington Portable typewriter with round keys and a black body, displayed on a plain background.]()
Dive into the Collection’s holdings with image-rich previews of treasures from New Orleans history.
Learn & Explore
![20251101 HNOC Chess Fest tk 144 o3]()
On October 31, chess lovers of all ages are invited to join us for our fifth-annual Chess Fest, offering a day of free activities, including a beginner-friendly chess tournament, a “human chess” game, Halloween costume contest, chessboard crafting, and much more!
Publishing
![Book cover for "Bunny Matthews: His Life, Art, and Obsessions."]()
The bold personality of New Orleans’s legendary cartoonist and writer springs from the page in this first monograph of his work by Alison Fensterstock and Michael Tisserand.
Support
![An illustration of a pageant design entitled "Twelfth Night Revelers." Dancing champagne bottles, cakes, teacups and more are depicted.]()
On October 29, join us in celebrating six decades of preserving, collecting, and making history. Save the date for music, memories, and more at what is sure to be a fantastic night out in the French Quarter.
