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New Orleans Museum of Art

📍 New Orleans Museum of Art, New Orleans, USA
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Introduction

The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), founded in 1911 inside City Park, holds more than 40,000 works spanning European painting, American art, African and Asian art and photography. Outside, the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden spreads over about 3.7 hectares with works by Rodin, Miró and others among pines and ponds.

Highlights

1
Diverse collection
40,000 works from European classics to contemporary photography.
2
Sculpture garden
60+ outdoor works including Rodin and Miró.
3
City Park setting
Museum set among live oaks and lagoon views.

🛈 Practical Info

Location1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Time needed2–3 hours
AdmissionAdults about $20 (garden ticketed separately)

💡 Tips

The sculpture garden is free to Louisiana residents on Wednesdays.
The museum is free to all on the first Sunday of the month (subject to schedule).
City Park's oak alleys and boat rentals pair well with the visit.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting New Orleans Museum of Art?

The sculpture garden is free to Louisiana residents on Wednesdays. The museum is free to all on the first Sunday of the month (subject to schedule).