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Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Ogden Museum of Southern ArtThe Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans, Louisiana is an amazing insight into the history and culture of the American South. Focusing on visual arts and culture, this amazing exhibit is based upon the original donation of over 1,100 works from the private collection of Roger H. Ogden and is associated with the University of New Orleans.

Featuring an extensive collection of Southern art and history from the South starting in 1733 to present day, a trip to the Ogden Museum of Southern Art is a full day of adventure. There are a number of permanent displays as well as rotating displays that come and go throughout the year. Currently the visiting exhibition features One Place: Paul Kwilecki and Four Decades of Photographs from Decatur County, Georgia that runs through September 21st. If you are looking for something a little closer to home, incoming exhibits open August 2nd and feature contemporary Louisiana displays.

This summer, enjoy Ogden After Hours every Thursday evening. Live performances and guest speakers give visitors an evening of entertainment and educational celebrations. All performers are Southern musicians and change each week offering a fresh and unique experience each week. Concert performance schedules are listed online. Stop by the Ogden Museum of Southern Art this Thursday for an eventful end to your day.