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Wow! We are absolutely blown away by the incredibl

Wow! We are absolutely blown away by the incredible community support on @gnofoundation’s #GiveNOLADay - generously hosted by @bcmnola and powered by @entergy.

Thanks to your generosity and belief in our educational mission, Ogden Museum of Southern Art raised over $270,000 in just one day!

Your support makes it possible for us to continue expanding access to the art and culture of the American South, and we couldn’t do it without you.

We invite you to come by soon to #SeeTheSouth!

Explore the vibrant self-portraiture of @tiffanysm

Explore the vibrant self-portraiture of @tiffanysmithstudio in her powerful series, “For Tropical Girls Who Have Considered Ethnogenesis When the Native Sun is Remote,” on view in the exhibition “The Unending Stream: Chapter I.”

Using the aesthetic of 19th-century ethnographic photography as a launch point, Smith reclaims representation through imagined personas, lush sets and intricate costumes that reflect a blended Caribbean heritage.

Raised between Nassau, Bahamas and Miami, Smith navigates the complexity of hybrid identity in a multinational America - fusing personal memory and cultural signifiers into visual vignettes that challenge, reclaim and empower.

Learn more about the work featured in "The Unending Stream: Chapter I" this Saturday at a FREE Gallery Talk! At 2 p.m., curator Richard McCabe will lead participants on a free tour of the exhibition, with with featured photographers discussing
their work and creative process.

[Tiffany Smith’s “Rosette’s Beach in Abaco, Bahamas” (2024), “Caribbean Queen” (2022), “Babsie’s Home in Belmont, Trinidad” (2024), UV Laminated pigment print, 40 x 50 inches, Collection of the artist]

#GiveNOLADay is TODAY! To celebrate, enjoy FREE mu

#GiveNOLADay is TODAY! To celebrate, enjoy FREE museum admission all day today! While visiting, consider making a donation to Ogden Museum’s GiveNOLA Day fundraiser. ⁣⁣
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Our work and impact is only possible with your help, and we are immensely grateful for your ongoing commitment to our unique educational mission.
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Visit the link in our bio to learn more and to #SupportSouthernArt!

The open call for “Louisiana Contemporary,” pr

The open call for “Louisiana Contemporary,” presented by The Helis Foundation, closes in less than a month! ⁣⁣
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The 2025 juror of “Louisiana Contemporary,” presented by The Helis Foundation is Daniel S. Palmer (@ddotpalmer), Chief Curator at @scadmoa.
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Like previous years, this year’s "Louisiana Contemporary" features The Helis Foundation Art Prize, a $5,000 award, chosen by the juror and given to an artist in the exhibition in support of their studio and artistic practice. In addition, cash prizes will also be awarded to first, second and third place winners.⁣⁣

Artists 18 years and older living in Louisiana are invited to submit their work now through Friday, May 23.
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To learn more and to submit work, please visit the link in our bio.

[2024 "Louisiana Contemporary" artist Kristie Cornell, “Smokey and her cousin Scout (Detail), 2022, Digital chromogenic print, 20 x 16 inches, Courtesy of the artist]

On view through July 13, “Crescent Cityscapes”

On view through July 13, “Crescent Cityscapes” at Ogden Museum showcases paintings, drawings, photos and prints from the permanent collection that reflect New Orleans’ iconic streetscapes and spirit.

From 19th-century views to bold contemporary takes, explore how artists have captured the soul of the Crescent City. Plan your visit by clicking the link in our bio.

[Riley Hal Burriss, "Don’s Bar – Regal Beer," 1945, Watercolor on paper, 18.75 x 24.25 inches, 2003.1.69, Gift of the Roger Houston Ogden Collection]

We’re SO excited for this year’s Magnolia Ball

We’re SO excited for this year’s Magnolia Ball! Join us on Saturday, June 7, for a vibrant evening celebrating the exhibition "Hoa Tay (Flower Hands): Southern Artists of the Vietnamese Diaspora."
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From 7 to 11 p.m., enjoy an unforgettable night featuring art, DJs, a silent auction with over 70 regional artists and businesses, premier local cuisine, specialty cocktails and more!⁣⁣ Swipe to see highlights from last year’s celebration.⁣⁣
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Tickets are on sale now, visit the link in our bio to learn more and secure yours today!

[Photos courtesy of Ashley Lorraine]

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