The New Orleans African American Museum (NOAAM) is housed in the beautiful Tremé villa and is considered by some one of the finest examples of a Creole villa in the city. The museum offers a powerful look at a new permanent installation called “Ancestral Odyssey” by Vince Fraser. 

COOLinary nearby: Bayona, Cane & Table, Crescent City Brewhouse, Curio, Fritai, Jewel of the South, Mr. B’s Bistro, Muriel’s Jackson Square, Oceana Grill, Succotash Nola, Two Sisters on Bourbon 

New Orleans Museum of Art’s collection includes more than 40,000 objects, spanning 5,000 years of art. Featured exhibits include "New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations", highlighting four innovative West African artists,“Sèvres Magnifique: French Porcelain from the Collection of Thomas B. Lemann,” showcasing beautifully crafted Rococo era ceramics, "Carlo Saraceni’s Our Lady of Loreto and Peruvian Viceregal Statue Paintings," which spotlights a 17th–18th century Marian portraiture, and “Afropolitan: Contemporary African Arts at NOMA” highlighting influential twentieth- and twenty-first-century African artists. 

COOLinary nearby: Bourbon House, Cafe NOMA, Cafe Degas, Crescent City Steaks, Filmore in the Oaks, Fury’s Restaurant, Gabrielle Restaurant, Ralph’s on the Park, Revel Cafe & Bar, Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine, Two Sisters on Bourbon 

Since 1998, Ashé Cultural Arts Center has uplifted the voices and artistry of the African diaspora, and fosters creative expression rooted in social justice and cultural pride. Located in the heart of Central City, Ashé is a vibrant community hub that remains a pillar of the community through art, performances, and educational programming.

COOLinary: Birdy’s Behind the Bower, Café Reconcile, Gaia Seafood & Steakhouse, Jack Rose, Lula Restaurant Distillery, Sala, Seawitch & Oyster Restaurant Bar, Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco 

StudioBe is the first solo project of local artist Brandan 'Bmike' Odums. Within this 35,000 sq. ft. warehouse, the visual art portrays the stories of revolutionaries, heroes, and everyday New Orleanians. Visitors can choose between guided or independent tours. StudioBE also features an in-house merchandise shop that offers original works and pieces from the collection, including prints, pins, apparel, and skateboards as keepsakes.

COOLinary nearby: Cane & Table, The Country Club, The Maison, Muriel’s Jackson Square, Napoleon House, New Orleans Creole Cookery, Oceana Grill, Origen Bistro, LLC., Succotash Nola, Suis Generis, Tujague’s, Two Sisters on Bourbon 

The Ogden Museum is dedicated to telling the story of art in the American South through visual art from the colonial period to the present. Check out “Louisiana Contemporary,” a juried exhibition that promotes contemporary art practices in the state of Louisiana, the 13th Annual HBCU Art showcase which spotlights innovative works of art created by Louisiana’s HBCU, and several other current and upcoming exhibits perfect to check out during Museum Month.  

COOLinary nearby: ANNUNCIATION, The Bower, Briquette, Common House, Compere Lapin, Galliano Restaurant, La Boca Steakhouse, Luke Restaurant, The Pelican Club, Vyoone’s Restaurant, WOW Turkey 

The CAC is a multidisciplinary arts space in downtown New Orleans dedicated to contemporary visual art, live performance, and community-centered programming. From the Storms of Our Souls: The Art of Ron Bechet, curated by Shana M. Griffin, is on view through October 4, features large-scale charcoal works exploring Black identity, ancestry, and nature. Become a CAC member and receive discounts on food and drinks at the on-site café, Mr. Wolf Espresso & Books.

COOLinary nearby: ANNUNCIATION, The Bower, Briquette, Common House, Compere Lapin, Galliano Restaurant, La Boca Steakhouse, Luke Restaurant, The Pelican Club, Vyoone’s Restaurant, WOW Turkey 

Longue Vue House & Gardens is a historic estate where art, nature, and design come together. In addition to rotating exhibitions, Longue Vue offers an artist residency, hands-on workshops, wellness classes, and an annual Design Symposium. It’s a peaceful, inspiring stop for art and garden lovers alike during Museum Month. 

COOLinary nearby: Brigtsen’s Restaurant, Fury’s Restaurant, Mother of Pearl, Paulie’s, Revel Café & Bar, Rizzuto’s Ristorante & Chop House, Sala, Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 

JAMNOLA is bright and immersive with 30 interactive exhibits that teach visitors about the Joy, Art, and Music of New Orleans. Check out “Bar Flies,” the most recent exhibition showcasing large green music-playing flies—a satirical nod to recent controversial New Orleans politics. Hop in a giant-sized gumbo pot, pose in the bathtub with a crawfish, and take in all the captivating colors and shapes that line every inch of the museum. 

COOLinary nearby: Cane & Table, Court of Two Sisters, Dickie Brennan’s Tableau, The Maison, Muriel’s Jackson Square, Napoleon House, Oceana Grill, Origen Bistro, LLC., Succotash Nola, Suis Generis, Two Sisters on Bourbon