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
![Visitors use HistoPads to explore "American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition" at HNOC.]()
On December 12, join us for a day of free, family-friendly activities celebrating the final month of American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition.
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
![A historic building in New Orleans features a pink facade with green shutters. Three flags fly above the entrance. People walk and stand in groups outside, and a person rides a bicycle past on the street. The sky is clear and blue.]()
Follow and support our multi-year campaign to transform HNOC’s campus at 533 Royal Street.
