Event Series New Docent Training

New Docent Training

Gain in-depth knowledge of the Museum’s collections and special exhibitions, while learning techniques and methods to help visitors “See the South” through the visual arts and in the context of literature, music, food and more. Prospective docents must attend all classes. Email sechaniz@ogdenmuseum.org to register.

Nutria at Ogden After Hours

Named after the infamous South Louisiana swamp rat, Nutria is an instrumental trio that performs original compositions with an emphasis on collective improvisation. Their music explores jazz, chamber music and traditional music of African diaspora and Eastern Europe, while staying true to New Orleans jazz and groove traditions. "There's a clear strategic intelligence and inventiveness...

Artist Workshop with Michel Varisco

After a tour of Prospect.4 and examining how artists use symbology to address social or environmental concerns, Prospect.4 artist and educator Michel Varisco will guide participants in a process of discovery to create symbols that express an area of personal or global interest. Students will then create a lantern using this pieces of metal and...

Gallery Talk with Ayo Scott Exploring the Work of Prospect.4 Artist, John Scott

Join Ayo Scott, artist and son of legendary artist and educator, John Scott, for a Gallery Talk exploring his father’s works on view in the Prospect.4 exhibition at the Ogden Museum. Scott will also discuss his father’s life, artistic practice and the important contribution he made to the New Orleans community. Admission is free and open...

Docent-Led Tour

Docent-led tour of Prospect.4 available at 2 p.m. Free with regular Museum admission.

Craft Happy Hour Kokedama Workshop with Luna Botanicals

Join Luna Botanicals for a relaxing and meditative experience learning the Japanese art and craft of Kokedama, an ancient variant of bonsai. A simple translation of kokedama is “moss ball.” We teach you the proper techniques for plant selection, kokedama construction, how to care for the kokedama, and how to style these living works of...

Drawing in the Galleries Life Drawing with Bonnie Maygarden

Featuring a live costumed model! All ranges of drawing experience are welcome, including those who are picking up a pencil for the first time! Basic materials will be provided, but guests are invited to bring their favorite drawing tools.  Local artist, Bonnie Maygarden, will be on hand to offer guidance and instruction. Bonnie Maygarden was born in...

Event Series New Docent Training

New Docent Training

Gain in-depth knowledge of the Museum’s collections and special exhibitions, while learning techniques and methods to help visitors “See the South” through the visual arts and in the context of literature, music, food and more. Prospective docents must attend all classes. Email sechaniz@ogdenmuseum.org to register.

Grad Student Gathering: Curation and Special Exhibitions

Session 1: Curation and Special Exhibitions  Before Ogden After Hours – FREE admission to OAH for attendees The first in a series of programs tailored specifically for graduate students in Arts Administration and Museum Studies, this Grad School Gathering will focus on the curatorial process, how a museum chooses works for its collection and what considerations are given to special exhibitions. Join us...