Skip to content
The Historic New Orleans Collection
Filter
Preproduction still from American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition showing Washington's Crossing of the Delaware River.
Events

Member Preview: “American Revolution”

March 19, 2026, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
HNOC members are invited to an early preview of “American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition.”
A view of Daniel Hammer being interviewed on "Out To Lunch" with Peter Ricchiuti.
HNOC in the News

WWNO: “It’s New Orleans: Out To Lunch” Hosts HNOC President & CEO

February 9, 2026
The popular podcast host Peter Ricchiuti dined with HNOC’s Daniel Hammer to discuss the role of museums in chronicling historical memory.
A vibrant courtyard at night, with warm lighting illuminating a two-story building. People are mingling on both levels, enjoying the open-air atmosphere. String lights add a festive touch to the elegant architecture.
Events

HNOC Ce Soir: “A Vanishing Bounty”

March 11, 2026, 4:30–7:30 p.m.
Join us for an after-hours celebration of Louisiana’s coastal environment and culture inspired by HNOC’s “A Vanishing Bounty” exhibition.
20251115 Holiday Market MC055 o3
Events

Community Day: Music at the Museum

April 11, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Live music, gallery talks, and hands-on activities at our annual day of family fun
A large, ornate church interior with a checkered floor and chandeliers. The pews are filled with people attending a service, facing an altar adorned with flags and artwork. The ceiling features intricate designs and paintings.
Press Release

HNOC to Host 18th Annual Musical Louisiana Concert: “Echoes of Innovation”

February 4, 2026
The free concert will honor 19th-century composers and innovators at St. Louis Cathedral and features the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and special guests.
Poster featuring an illustration of a Catahoula Cur, the state dog of Louisiana.
First Draft

Who’s a Good Boy? These Pups from the Past

For as long as dogs have been domesticated, there have been dog lovers. The evidence runs throughout HNOC’s holdings.

A view of families taking part in HNOC's Chess Fest, hosted at the TEP Center in the 9th Ward of New Orleans.
Events

2026 Chess Club Meeting

May 16, 2026, 1–3 p.m.
Join HNOC’s free, all-ages Chess Club to learn more about the game and help plan future gatherings and events.
A view of families taking part in HNOC's Chess Fest, hosted at the TEP Center in the 9th Ward of New Orleans.
Events

2026 Chess Club Meeting

March 14, 2026, 1–3 p.m.
Join HNOC’s free, all-ages Chess Club to learn more about the game and help plan future gatherings and events.
A black and white photo shows Richard “King” Matthews leading the Avenue Steppers Marching Club at a second line parade in 1982.
Announcement

Celebrate Black History with HNOC

February 1, 2026
Celebrate Black history all year long with blog posts, podcasts, collection highlights, and much more from the Historic New Orleans Collection.
1 2
...