Thursday, June 11, 2020

This Week at the New Orleans Museum of Art ("NOMA")

JUNE 11, 2020
Odili Donald Odita's Forever mural was commissioned by NOMA upon the museum's centennial in 2011 and was inspired by the artist's impressions of New Orleans. Read more.

A MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY

“Hope is the oxygen of our democracy.” —Darren Walker, President, Ford Foundation
Art provides opportunities to question, challenge, and catalyze change. Today, NOMA’s mission is more important than ever—to unite, inspire, and engage diverse communities and cultures, to provide a way forward, and to offer hope that the arts do effect change and mirror our experiences and society as a whole. 
Despite this socially-distanced period, we will find new ways to challenge ourselves to expand our role as a cultural convener for public conversation. Thoughtful discourse is fundamental to who we are as an institution.
We are committed to continuing to develop digital content that allows our public to engage with NOMA’s collection through the lens of racial equity and social justice. Today, please revisit or experience a few thought-provoking stories from NOMA, below. 
Stay with us in the coming weeks as we engage our community partners in conversations focused on actions we can take to inspire and generate change. We will use our social media platforms to share the voices of our Black community and partner organizations and continue our work with these organizations through programming and engagement efforts.
There has been robust, passionate conversation within the museum over the last several days. During this time, we have recommitted to the ongoing work of a more equitable institution. We will share that work with you in the coming weeks.
We will continue to create new ways to take meaningful action within our community. Please join us.
Join us outdoors from Wednesday through Sunday, 9:30 am to 6 pm. New hours, admission, and safety guidelines apply. Read more.
WEB-EXCLUSIVE FEATURE 
Sargent Johnson, a prominent Modernist sculptor, blended Latin and African influences into works such as this 1941 teapot. 
YOUTUBE VIDEO
Lina Iris Viktor discusses A Haven. A Hell. A Dream Deferred., her solo exhibition in 2018 that explored the mythicized history of the founding of Liberia. 
WEB-EXCLUSIVE FEATURE
Mildred Thompson's self-described abstract "wood paintings" poetically invoked social and political issues of the mid-20th century.
VIRTUAL TOUR
In 1948, Gordon Parks became the first Black photographer hired by LIFE magazine. A 2013 NOMA exhibition examined how his debut photo essay was selectively edited.
YOUTUBE VIDEO
In 2019, Fred Wilson spoke about his sculpture in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden and his dissintient Mining the Museum project with New Orleans artist Ron Bechet. 

SUMMER ART KITS ARE SELLING OUT

Engage kids in the weeks ahead with a customizable, take-home engagement program featuring virtual and hands-on activities. Home delivery is available in the city of New Orleans, and exclusive online instruction begins June 23.
BABY ARTSPLAY! AT HOME
Combine art, play, and learning with free Facebook Live workshops from Young Audiences of Louisiana for children ages one to two on Saturday mornings. Join us on June 13. 
TEEN PHOTO CHALLENGE
The NOMA Teen Squad is now accepting submissions for NOMA’s Teen Photo Challenge: Captured in Quarantine. 
SHOP NOMA
Find the perfect gift for dad this Father's Day, from bow ties and cuff links to books and coffee mugs.
Odili Donald Odita (American, b. Nigeria, 1966), Forever (detail), 2011, Acrylic on wall, Museum purchase, Robert P. Gordy Fund, 2011.4
Sargent Johnson (American, 1888–1967), Teapot, 1941, Earthenware, 5 x 8 1⁄2 x 4 in., Museum purchase, William McDonald Boles and Eva Carol Boles Fund, 2019.36
Lina Iris Viktor (British, b. 1987), Second from the series A Haven. A Hell. A Dream Deferred. (detail), 2018, Pure 24-karat gold, acrylic, gouache, ink, print on cotton rag paper, Private collection, courtesy of the artist and Mariane Ibrahim Gallery, Seattle
Mildred Thompson (American, 1936–2003), Wood Picture (detail), c. 1971–1972, Wood, nails paint, 39 x 33 x ¾ inches, Courtesy The Mildred Thompson Estate and Galerie Lelong & Co., New York, © The Mildred Thompson Estate. Courtesy Galerie Lelong & Co., New York
Gordon Parks (American, 1912–2006), Untitled, Harlem, New York (detail), 1948, Collection of the Gordon Parks Foundation
Portrait of Fred Wilson, courtesy of Heather Johnson
Instagram photo courtesy of NOMA Teen Squad member Kayla Andrus
Brockman bow tie by Brackish
NOMA is committed to preserving, interpreting, and enriching its collections and renowned sculpture garden; offering innovative experiences for learning and interpretation; and uniting, inspiring, and engaging diverse communities and cultures.
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