Material Donation
Become a part of HNOC by donating your historic artifacts.
The Historic New Orleans Collection acquires material that reflects the cultural, geographical, political, sociological, and ethnographic background of metropolitan New Orleans and the Gulf South.
Types of material acquired include personal papers, oral histories, photographs, books, maps, paintings, legal and financial documents, institutional records, digital archives, film and video, decorative art objects, and other artifacts.
Potential acquisitions will be considered based on the extent to which they contribute to established collecting themes, on the extent to which they help fill a gap in the documentary profile of our community, and on the distinctiveness of the material.
Acquisition Process
The acquisitions committee meets bimonthly to discuss and recommend a slate of material for final approval by the board of directors. Curators work with potential donors to review the suitability of proposed additions to our holdings, and if the curator determines that the items are appropriate, the acquisitions committee will consider the items at their bimonthly meeting.
Contact a Curator
To contact a curator about a possible donation, please contact us via this form.
Other Ways to Donate
Financial Donations
There are many ways to support HNOC monetarily to help steward Gulf South history for future generations.
Sponsorship
Support our mission and expand your reach by sponsoring an exhibition or program.
Estate Planning
Make a lasting contribution to future generations by joining the Williams Society.
Become a Member
The Collection is for everyone! Get the most out of your visit to HNOC and find the membership level right for you.
Online Catalog
Search or browse through HNOC’s vast collections of manuscripts, artifacts, books, artwork, and more in our online catalog.
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