With so much to do in New Orleans, many forget that the city’s art scene is just as vibrant as the food and music. Fall means exciting exhibits at various museums. Check out the highlighted exhibits below and search our calendar to find even more art in New Orleans. 

"Each One Teach One"
Photo courtesy of Ogden Museum of Southern Art
"Each One Teach One"

"Each One Teach One"

Opening October 4, 2025 at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, “Each One Teach One” celebrates the rich, intergenerational legacy of Xavier University of Louisiana’s art program, emphasizing the deep impact of mentorship, collaboration, and cultural expression. This exhibition draws its title from an often-repeated phrase from John T. Scott. Scott guided his students with the mantra “Each one teach one,” instilling a practice of giving and mentorship alongside developing artistic skills. Co-curated by Ron Bechet, it honors a century of creative growth shaped by the philosophy that each person has the power and responsibility to teach and uplift the next. The exhibit will be on view through January 4, 2026.

"Indigeaux: Yes, Spirit. I’ll go…"

Opening at the Whitney Plantation on October 17, "Indigeaux: Yes, Spirit. I’ll go…" features hand-dyed textiles, original artwork, and symbol-rich storytelling rooted in the indigo traditions of West Africa. Through her art and words, Queen Leia honors the generations of African-descended women and men whose expertise in cultivating and processing indigo brought wealth to enslavers and pain to the enslaved. Access to the exhibition is free and it closes on December 31, 2025. Visitors can explore the exhibit on their own or during public programs.