Visit
![A courtyard with three people standing in the center. The building has an upper balcony with green railings and large arched windows. There are several round tables with chairs, plants, and a staircase in the background.]()
Enjoy free admission every day. Visit the museum and shop or conduct research at the Williams Research Center.
Exhibitions
![A scene from American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition shows a posed view of a variety of soldiers and citizens who contributed to the cause, flanked by cannons and a colonial American flag.]()
Immerse yourself in America’s fight for independence in this new exhibition experience designed and produced by French technology firm Histovery. On view until January 17, 2027.
Events
!["La Marcha de Gálvez," an oil painting by Augusto Ferrer-Dalmau showing Spanish coalition troops marching through swamps on their way to Fort Bute.]()
On May 21, join Pulitzer Prize-winning author Kathleen DuVal for a free talk exploring the impact of the American Revolution on Louisiana and the Gulf South region, presented in conjunction with American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition.
Research & Collections
![An antique drum with a painted design featuring a bald eagle and shield, surrounded by stars and a banner. The drum has a weathered wooden frame and ropes for tension.]()
Dive into the Collection’s holdings with image-rich previews of treasures from New Orleans history.
Learn & Explore
![Young people explore an exhibition at the Historic New Orleans Collection.]()
June 8–12, Curator Camp is a weeklong summer program for teens who get excited by history, artifacts, and storytelling! Daily hands-on workshops and experiences introduce skills that bring history and museums to life.
Publishing
![A man wearing a cowboy hat plays the violin passionately at an outdoor event, smiling broadly. He is surrounded by a crowd. The image is in black and white.]()
Captivating true stories that surprise and inspire, written and published by HNOC staff and special guest authors.
Support
![An illustration of a pageant design entitled "Twelfth Night Revelers." Dancing champagn 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.
