Museums
The New Orleans Museum of Art
Located in City Park, the New Orleans Museum of Art, is a fantastic way to spend a day. Don't miss the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden.
The Newcomb Art Gallery
Nestled on Tulane University's campus. The Newcomb Art Gallery is a great stop on your Uptown adventures. In addition to the permanent collection honoring Newcomb's art heritage, namely Newcomb Pottery and Tiffany's stain glassed windows, the Newcomb Art Gallery is worth a stop for their seasonal exhibits.
The D-Day Museum
The National World War II Museum, also known as the D-Day Museum honors those who fought in the Second World War. Complete with real vehicles, photos, films, and fun exhibits this museum can be a great way to spend an afternoon.
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Honoring the art of the South, the Ogden Museum is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. Illustrating the cultural history of the South from the 1700's to the present.
The Contemporary Art Center of New Orleans
The Contemporary Art Center of New Orleans
Modern Art center of New Orleans. Check out their blend of traditional art forms as well as performance art.
The Louisiana Children's Museum
The Louisiana Children's Museum
A nationally recognized children's museum with many hands on exhibits and unique ways to learn about science, math, health, history, and art.
Historic New Orleans Collection
Historic New Orleans Collection
Dedicated to Louisiana cultural history. This museum is a collection of historic homes, documents, artifacts, and art.
Old U.S. Mint
The only mint to serve as both a U.S. Mint and as a Confederate Mint. Currently is a museum dedicated to New Orleans Jazz, Newcomb Pottery, and Southern History.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Sprawling between 6 sites within Louisiana. The Jean Lafitte National Park and Preserve has three sites in the Metro-New Orleans Area. The Chalmette Battlefield and National Cemetery, The Barataria Preserve, and the Visitor Center.
The Cabildo-Louisiana State Museum
The Cabildo-Louisiana State Museum
The Louisiana State Museum is more accurately a collection of different museums. The site of the Cabildo is an important historical site which hosts the Mardi Gras Museum as well as the State History Museum.
