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
![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
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August 7–9, Material Belief: Objects of Faith, Spirit, and Tradition will explore a rich landscape of antiques shaped by belief, devotion, and spiritual practice across cultures.
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
![A photo shows a museum visitor using a Histopad to view Washington crossing the Delaware in augmented reality.]()
On July 25, educators are invited to a special viewing of American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition to learn about how this immersive and interactive exhibition can bring history alive for their students. Admission is free!
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. Preorders available August 1.
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.
