Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Located in the vibrant Warehouse Arts District of downtown New Orleans, Louisiana, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art holds the largest and most comprehensive collection of Southern art and is recognized for its original exhibitions, public events and educational programs which examine the development of visual art alongside Southern traditions of music, literature and culinary heritage to provide a comprehensive story of the South. Established in 1999, and in Stephen Goldring Hall at 925 Camp Street since 2003, the Museum welcomes almost 85,000 visitors annually, and attracts diverse audiences through its broad range of programming including exhibitions, lectures, film screenings, and concerts which are all part of its mission to broaden the knowledge, understanding, interpretation and appreciation of the visual arts and culture of the American South.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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4.5
651 reviews
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Very good
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52
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lydadilan
13 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
This is a great underrated place we saw when walking around downtown and decided to try. The locals we talked to didn’t even know about it. Great exhibits that you might not see at other art museums
Written 3 June 2021
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Susan P
Bloomfield, CT175 contributions
Jan 2023
I thought this would be a yawn. That's the jaded part of me. However, I was enthralled by the variety and beauty of the collection I found here. The day we were there the museum was hosting a Martin Luther King special event which made the museum especially lively - and crowded. I would like to return when I can fully soak in the art.
Written 9 February 2023
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K. T
New Orleans, LA1,451 contributions
Mar 2022
We visited on Family Day at the museum. Admittance was FREE. Pay parking was available right next door. No issues there. We were greeted upon entry and everyone was nice and attentive. Museum was clean and area surrounding the museum was clean as well.
We met a local artist and she did crafts with myself and my kids. i am still amazed how she has the eye to create such great art pieces from recycled material .
Museum has 5 floors and an elevator is available, stairs is always an option.
It is Southern Art, don't visit thinking you will see anything other than just that.
Overall I recommend. Great visit with two teens and a preteen.
We met a local artist and she did crafts with myself and my kids. i am still amazed how she has the eye to create such great art pieces from recycled material .
Museum has 5 floors and an elevator is available, stairs is always an option.
It is Southern Art, don't visit thinking you will see anything other than just that.
Overall I recommend. Great visit with two teens and a preteen.
Written 30 March 2022
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Mothra
Brooklyn, NY14 contributions
Feb 2022
Fantastic gem of a museum, a must-see for all creative types. When I visited, artist Luis Cruz Azaceta was having a retrospective of sorts; a well-curated selection from four decades of his output were exhibited, a true joy in the juxtaposition of vibrant colors and the deep theme of the works. Dave Greber's Casebearer was also a highlight. It's not easy to see the works of these these amazing New Orleans-based artists. Definitely visit the museum for art that is being created now, carrying on the living tradition into the future. It was such a refreshing break from the touristy French Quarter celebrating the preservation of the past; preserving the past has its place too, but it's nice to know that great things are being created.
Written 27 February 2022
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Hammbrook
New Jersey551 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
I had heard so much about this museum but was really disappointed. The art, with a few exceptions, was not inspired. That is, of course, a matter of taste but the reason I gave the Ogden a negative score was not because of the art, but because of the museum itself. There were no docents and very little in the way of explanation about the art or artists, so unless you already are an aficionado you’re not going to learn much. I tried to identify the curator‘s theme(s) but couldn’t. Finally, there was absolutely no place to sit, either to appreciate the art or to rest.
Written 27 March 2022
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cordyroy
Mobile, AL2,333 contributions
Oct 2021
Amazing collection and exhibits! We can't recommend it enough. Photography, painting, sculpture, they have it all. We enjoyed a photo exhibit, one on voodoo was excellent, and make sure to take the underground passage to the former Patrick F Taylor Library. Its a great space and currently has an exhibit connected to recent BLM events. It is massively ironic that the passageway goes under Louisiana’s Civil War Museum at Confederate Memorial Hall!
Written 4 January 2022
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abroadwithashley
Minneapolis, MN1,724 contributions
July 2022
I think we wanted this museum to be something other than what it was. While it did display a significant portion of southern art, the genres were vast and often had one or two pieces before moving on to another representation. Overall, eclectic, but possibly enjoyable if you particularly love museums.
Written 4 December 2022
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Inspire818276
West Springfield, VA6 contributions
Jan 2023
This museum is easily accessable by street car. The exhibits are beautiful, challenging, and give you an opportunity to think. I found 2 exhibits that I really loved. There is a wonderful exhibit done by children with a resident artist. It is beautiful and shows the determination of the children to create beautiful art.
The volunteer at the gift store was very helpful.
The volunteer at the gift store was very helpful.
Written 19 January 2023
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NativeCalGal
Santa Cruz, CA144 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
This is one of the most interesting and wonderful museums I have ever visited. Many works by women and people of color, very accomplished people with interesting backgrounds. Many different types of artistic media over several floors. Benches on which to sit if you get tired or just want to look at the art a while. Reasonable admission ($10). Highly recommend.
Written 24 October 2023
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scott r
Silver Spring, MD769 contributions
Apr 2022
Essentially 3 floors for viewing, logically laid out and easy to track through. While not so much in the 'fine art' vein, it is nevertheless enjoyable. Some items thought provoking as intended, some excellent regionalism and 'real people' - think ashcan school translated into modern south. Parking at meters pretty simple, pretty close. Worth a visit and I personally would (did) select it over the Confederate museum next door. There is also a skyline roof deck, but I'm not quite sure why - 4 floors up, not much to see. Best used for cocktails by the donors.
Written 14 May 2022
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Is it very crowded on free for locals Thursday? Is there a cafe?
Written 30 May 2019
I've visited this museum several times (but never on the free day) and have never found it crowded. Not sure if there's a cafe, you might found out on the website.
Written 30 May 2019
As above, though I'll add the exhibits we saw were well curated with a good deal of information to supplement and explain the material, so if you want to immerse yourself in the exhibits (and spend more than 90 minutes) you can.
Written 25 September 2018
Where’s the best place to park?
Written 25 June 2018
You can use the cable cars, there is a stop at St. Charles and Joseph; or at Lee Circle for inbound. There is a lot across the street, one at the WW2 Museum and others in the area. I recommend putting together a couple of activities in the area and lunch or dinner - many options. Galleries on Julia. Confederacy Museum is nice. WW2 is a half day. Area is pretty cool.
Written 25 June 2018
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