An ideal outing for those curious and creative at heart, NOMA is home to a collection of fine art…
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Nestled in lush City Park, The New Orleans Museum of Art is the oldest fine arts institution in New Orleans. Every Wednesday, NOMA opens its doors with free admission for all visitors with a Louisiana ID, courtesy of The Helis Foundation. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and after you’ve finished perusing the museum, you can head over to the New Orleans Botanical Gardens, where The Helis Foundation also generously picks up the tab for Louisiana residents on Wednesdays. Even if you’re not from Louisiana, a mid-week trip to City Park is a worthwhile venture, and the NOMA-adjacent Besthoff Sculpture Garden is always free for visitors to relax in the shade and enjoy the outdoors.
Make it a wine Wednesday at a local wine bar. Pluck in the Warehouse District is a female-owned wine bar with an interesting but accessible wine menu and small bites. Or you can head down to Saint-Germain in the Bywater. While they’re known for their upscale tasting menu, you can also grab elevated bar snacks and natural wines by the glass or bottle to enjoy on their back patio. The Delachaise is another solid pick for wine selection and is conveniently located along the Saint Charles Avenue streetcar.
Looking for something active to do on a Wednesday? Come on down to Magazine Street and do some shopping. Many shops are clustered together, with a mix of housewares, pottery, clothing, books, artwork, and more. Royal Street is similar to Magazine Street, except it is made up of family-owned antique shops and fine art galleries. Royal Antiques,The French Antique Shop, Keils Antiques, and M.S. Rau are all located on Royal Street. Be sure to check them out!
