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The Historic New Orleans Collection
A celebration takes place at a free event in the French Quarter, at the Historic New Orleans Collection's courtyard at 520 Royal Street.

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Explore Louisiana’s vibrant history and culture through our exhibitions and free events in New Orleans.

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In addition to free museum admission, dive into local culture and history through our popular free events in New Orleans.

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Events & Exhibitions

Explore our exhibitions and free events in New Orleans presented by HNOC year-round.

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Vintage map of the Gulf of Mexico and surrounding regions, labeled La Louisiane. Includes illustrations of ships, mountains, and waterways, with French text detailing geographical features and settlements.

Exhibitions

New takes on old stories, free and open to everyone

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Tours & Daily Programs

Our daily programs are among the best free events in New Orleans, or book a guided tour for a small fee.

A tour guide provides a tour of HNOC's "Making It Home" exhibition.

“Making It Home” Guided Tour

Wednesday–Saturday
10–10:35 a.m.

Through objects, photographs, and oral histories, explore how Vietnamese refugees established a new home in New Orleans after the fall of Saigon.
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A vintage pipe organ with ornate wooden carvings surrounding tall, golden pipes. The intricate woodwork includes decorative floral patterns and columns, all set against a warm, neutral background.

Aeolian Organ Demonstrations

Tuesday–Sunday
11–11:30 a.m. and 3–3:30 p.m.

Experience surround sound like a Roaring Twenties bigwig with HNOC’s fully restored, self-playing pipe organ.
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A vibrant courtyard with people walking and sitting at tables under umbrellas. The area is surrounded by tall buildings with large windows, and potted plants add greenery to the scene. Posters are displayed, and the atmosphere is lively and social.

Shop & Relax

Shop our award-winning store and courtyard cafe, which host book signings and other free events in New Orleans year-round.

The Shop

Our award-winning museum shop offers gifts by local artists, HNOC books, merchandise inspired by objects from our holdings, and much more.

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The Café

Relax and recharge while enjoying a coffee or pastry in our historic and picturesque Brulatour Courtyard.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours & Location Hours & Location

520 Royal Street
Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m
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Sunday, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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Admission is free but tickets are required. Stop by the front desk or reserve tickets online. Ticket includes admission to all exhibitions and regular daily programs.

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Museum: (504) 523-4662 
Email: info@hnoc.org

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