Public Programs
The Newcomb Art Museum offers guided tours and an array of public programs, all free of charge. Designed around the salient themes and images of each exhibition, such activities speak to an array of community and campus interests. Programs include lectures, symposia, artist-led family activities, public tours, performances, and studio demonstrations.
FALL 2025
Thursday, August 14
Newcomb Art Museum reopens to the public with two new exhibitions, it takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig and Poetic Gaps: Opacity in the Photographic Imprint . Explore the shows ahead of our September 19 reception!
Sundays in September and October: 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12. 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Baby ArtsPlay!™
Young Audiences of Louisiana presents Baby ArtsPlay!™ classes for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Each free class engages early learners through movement, music, and socialization for your young ones. The museum will close shortly after each class session. Register at ya4la.org/events.
Friday, September 19. 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Fall Exhibitions Public Reception
Join us as we celebrate our Fall exhibitions with an artist talk by Jordan Ann Craig and poet m.s. RedCherries. Refreshments will be served after the discussion.
Thursday, October 16. 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Conversation: Poetic Gaps: Opacity in the Photographic Imprint
Curators Kaillee Coleman and Fei Xie will be in conversation with local artists featured in the Poetic Gaps exhibition. Light refreshments will be served.
Friday, November 14. 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Homecoming Open House
Enjoy Tulane’s homecoming with a tour of the Fall exhibitions, snacks, and other art activities in the Woldenberg Art Center.
11:00 AM- 1:00 PM Explore at Newcomb Pottery in the permanent collection.
COMMUNITY PROGRAM
Saturday, November 8. 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
New Orleans Clay Festival
Location: The Broadside; 600 N. Broad Ave.
The museum is pleased to partner with artists specialized in the medium of clay for a third year. Learn about this contemporary craft, attend an artist demonstration, and support local vendors. Check out @neworleansclayfest on Instagram for more information.
Partial program support comes from the Dorothy Beckemeyer Skau Art and Music Fund. Our media sponsor is New Orleans Public Radio WWNO 89.9 FM.
