Drawing 101 Learn to draw from Nature!

Learn to draw from nature. Be inspired by Southern artists, landscapes and the flora and fauna that live in this bioregion! Participants are encouraged to tune in once a month for a new drawing exercise with Museum Educator, Michelle Pontiff. Take a stress-free lunch break and join this beginner-level drawing class designed to build your...

Virtual Craft Happy Hour Split Page Books with Yuka Petz

Also known as mix-and-match books, split- page books are simple, yet compelling structures that encourage lots of hands- on engagement. In this workshop, we will examine a variety of artist-made and commercially printed examples and then make our own folded and sewn variations of split-page books. We will also discuss creating split-page books in collaboration...

Art + Zen Online Meditation Series

Every fourth Thursday at noon, join us for a LIVE monthly contemplation practice inspired by a work of Southern art. This online contemplation practice is led by Ogden Museum Educator and yoga and meditation instructor, Mikhayla Harrell. All experience levels welcome. Registration required. Registration is FREE, but if you are able, please consider a donation of $5...

HEY Y’ALL ART TALK Preservative Force: Recent Acquisitions to the Collection

Hey y’all! Please join us for a deep dive exploring the richness and diversity of Southern art and artists. You’re welcome to join in participatory discussions about the art, or sit back, look and listen. The choice is yours! Every First Thursday at noon, Museum Educator Sara Echaniz will facilitate an in-depth conversation about art and artists...

HEY Y’ALL ART TALK Ogden Museum Highlights

Hey y’all! Please join us for a deep dive exploring the richness and diversity of Southern art and artists. You’re welcome to join in participatory discussions about the art, or sit back, look and listen. The choice is yours! Every First Thursday at noon, Museum Educator Sara Echaniz will facilitate an in-depth conversation about art and artists...

Matthew’s Dream A Museum Introduction from Ogden Museum

Framed around "Matthew’s Dream" by Leo Lionni, kids will follow Matthew on his first visit to an art museum, connecting images from Ogden Museum to the types of art Matthew sees on his visit. Kids will participate in hands-on activities, inspired by Ogden Museum artworks and guided by a Museum Educator, using paper, color markers and dramatic play. Please have paper and coloring...

Curated Conversation with Roland L. Freeman Discussing his solo exhibition, Roland L. Freeman - Portfolio

On Thursday, July 29 at 2 p.m., visit the O Blog to watch and listen to a special Curated Conversation with photographer Roland L. Freeman and Richard McCabe, Curator of Photography at Ogden Museum. The two will be discussing Freeman's exhibition, Roland L. Freeman - Portfolio. Roland L. Freeman, Community Elders, Mississippi, July 1975, Gelatin Silver Print, Collection of...

HEY Y’ALL ART TALK Photography and the South

Hey y’all! Please join us for a deep dive exploring the richness and diversity of Southern art and artists. You’re welcome to join in participatory discussions about the art, or sit back, look and listen. The choice is yours! Every First Thursday at noon, Museum Educator Sara Echaniz will facilitate an in-depth conversation about art and artists...

GiveNOLA Day 2022 Support the South!

GiveNOLA Day returns on May 3, 2022! Hosted by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, GiveNOLA Day is a 24-hour giving event that benefits regional nonprofits, like Ogden Museum of Southern Art. To celebrate GiveNOLA Day, enjoy free admission all day! While visiting, consider making a donation to Ogden Museum's GiveNOLA Day fundraiser. Join or renew...