Aside from Mardi Gras day, the most significant day for the Mardi Gras Indians is St. Joseph's Day. Around sundown on this day, the Mardi Gras Indians once again dress in their feathers and suits and take to the streets to meet other "gangs." Also, the Mardi Gras Indian Council… More >
Audubon Zoo does its part to help spread the message of conservation with its annual Earth Fest celebration. Earth Fest is a fun way for zoo visitors to learn about saving the environment. Exhibitors representing groups from the non-profit and governmental sectors as well as businesses involved with environmental issues… More >
Lectures, Demonstrations and Luncheon Thursday, March 15, 2012 • Prepare to be charmed by Houston local and master floral designer Johnathan Andrew Sage with his beautiful arrangements. He will focus on bringing the garden inside to the table. • Patrick Dunne is the author of the book The Epicurean Collector… More >
Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, whose visual images for this show you’ll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning song “Can You Feel The Love… More >
ADULT CONTENT Artists Opening Reception Saturday, February 11th 6pm-12am The multi-platinum act White Zombie’ s Sean Yseult has resided in New Orleans for the past fifteen years. Originally a photo major at Parsons School of Design NYC, she pays tribute to her love of New Orleans history and it’s darker… More >
The American Sector in The National WWII Museum puts a sassy new spin on the most popular staples of American cuisine. Old traditions become new favorites as Chef John Besh transforms hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken and dumplings, meatloaf, milkshakes and more into delicious new dishes for you to enjoy in… More >
Have an "Inspired Spring" with jewelry making workshops in March, April and June at studioFLUX New Orleans jewelry making school, located on Magazine Street in the Lower Garden District. March - Tom will be teaching A TON in the month of March at studioFLUX with 6 new sawing classes, 3… More >
Day/Time Sundays (beginning Jan 29th) 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. Age 18+ (but the event is mature audience targeted) Dresscode Casual / Dressy ...a pleasant haze fills the room, sounds of laughter, sighs of relief, and rhythmic bass. Only interrupted by the introduction of guitar rifts, a soulful saxophone and… More >
Easily recognizable for its simple elegant lines, excellent craftsmanship, and iconic imagery, the work of Enrique Alférez has become an integral part of the city of New Orleans. Alférez was a driven artist, dedicated to a democratic ideal of public art, and unflinching in his vision of the world he… More >
A master of light, New Orleans photographer David Halliday produces lush and elegant images that are both classical and modern. Using window light to illuminate his subjects, Halliday’s direct formal approach offers a fresh take on the historic art prototypes of still life and portraiture. The simplicity of his visual… More >
Jimmy Descant (a.k.a. “the Rocketman”) is an assemblage artist known primarily for his use of found objects to create retro-futuristic rocket ships inspired by the quality of earlier craftsmanship, Art Deco, science fiction and the spirit of exploration and optimism prevalent in mid-century America. In "The Shape of Louisiana Commenting… More >
An evening with the funky New Orleans brass band sounds of The Hot 8 Brass Band, live at The Howlin' Wolf Den! More >
Welcome to the Fun, Food & Folklore of The New Orleans School of Cooking! The school's entertaining classes and the Louisiana General Store are located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter. They teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in… More >
In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Preservation Hall, the Louisiana State Museum launched a major exhibition at the Old U.S. Mint titled "Preservation Hall at 50." The exhibition opened on November 5 and will run throughout 2012. In keeping with the memorable occasion, the world-renowned Preservation Hall Jazz Band… More >
Visit the House of Blues for cornbread muffins with maple butter, pecan caramel sticky buns, homemade biscuits and country gravy, breakfast potatoes with sautéed onions and peppers, homemade waffles, and more. Serve the soul every Sunday. More >
This new tour is operated for private groups only on a mini-bus with a step-on guide. The tour is 3 hours. Price is $33.00 pp and requires a minimum of 20 people. Contact Gray Line Tours at (504) 569-1401 for more information. The New Orleans Botanical Garden has collaborated with… More >
