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The Norton’s permanent collection is quite extensive, including the works of over 100 artists... from Renaissance Old Masters, to modernist iconoclasts and contemporary neo-realists.Â
In addition, our museum possesses hundreds of sculptures ranging from miniatures and maquettes to life-size pieces in media including bronze, silver, marble, and wood.
Among the oldest works in the Norton are pieces from ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Persia and six tapestries dating from the 16th century which once graced the palace of a King of France.
Decorative arts are also featured throughout the museum, including works in porcelain, pressed and blown glass, and 18th - 19th century silver.
Visit Our Botanical Gardens,
and Enjoy the Fusion of Art and Nature
Botanical Gardens Hours: Wednesday - Sunday from sunrise to sunset
No photography or videography, private or commercial, is allowed inside the museum or on the grounds.
Weddings and private events are NOT allowed on the property.
Learn More About…Botanical Gardens
Events & Exhibitions
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February 5 - March 15
Daydreams: A Pop-Up Exhibit by Whitney Pollock
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Happy 217th birthday to "The Raven" himself, Mr. Edgar Allen Poe. What`s your favorite work by Poe?
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Shown: "Edgar A. Poe" by Frederick Halpin (1805 - 1880) Steel engraving, 1859
🌸🌼🌺 BLOOM! Submission Deadline • 2 Weeks Away! 🌸🌼🌺
We are 2 weeks away from the 10th Annual BLOOM! Juried Exhibition submission deadline. Each spring, the Norton celebrates the season with a juried exhibition inspired by the beauty and natural wonder that comes into bloom. In honor of this milestone 10th anniversary, we’re planning a bigger, more vibrant exhibition and opening—bringing together a shared love of art and nature in full flourish.
Submission Deadline: 2 February 2026
See the application below for details and the rules and regulations for BLOOM! 2026.
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Application PDF: https://shorturl.at/iD0Vy
Google Form Application Link: https://shorturl.at/Ia7AU
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Cover Art • @mfilerart
Please contact Emily Feazel with any questions or concerns at emily@rwnaf.org or (318) 865-4201 ext 130
Happy 320th birthday, Mr. Franklin! 🎉
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Benjamin Franklin was an American polymath and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Franklin was a leading writer, printer, political philosopher, politician, Freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humorist, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. As a scientist, he was a major figure in the American Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As an inventor, he is known for the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove, among other inventions. He founded many civic organizations, including the Library Company, Philadelphia`s first fire department, and the University of Pennsylvania.
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Shown: "Benjamin Franklin" by Jean Antoine Houdon (1741 - 1828) Bronze, c. 1778
“Don’t go to a museum with a destination. Museums are wormholes to other worlds. They are ecstasy machines. Follow your eyes to wherever they lead you…and the world should begin to change for you.” – Jerry Saltz
Hang on to your hats and celebrate in style on #NationalHatDay. To celebrate, don your favorite fedora, cap, cloche, derby or sunhat. 🎩👒
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1. “Mother and Daughter Both Wearing Large Hats” by Mary Cassatt (1844 - 1926) Oil on canvas, c. 1900
2. "Gentleman" by Balthasar Denner (1685 - 1749) Oil on canvas, c. 1720
3. "Tyroler" by Frank Duveneck (1848 - 1919) Oil on canvas, c. 1877
4. "Divan Japonais" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864 - 1901) Lithograph, 1893
🦋✨ Daydreams: A Pop-Up Exhibit by Whitney Pollock 🦋✨
Opening Reception • 5 February 2026 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM
5 February - 15 March 2026
"Daydreams: A Pop-Up Exhibit by Whitney Pollock" invites viewers into the vivid inner world of this Texas-based, mixed-media artist, whose work spans both 2D and 3D. Bursting with color and texture, Pollock’s fine art reflects imaginative language and a playful approach to creating.
Divided into where she came from and where she is today, the exhibit explores memory, growth, and self-discovery. Through layered materials and expressive forms, Pollock offers a glimpse into a creative process where nostalgia, curiosity, and joy collide. Daydreams is both personal and immersive, encouraging viewers to linger, wander, and lose themselves in this effervescence of joy.
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Artist Social Media
Instagram • @artbywhitney
Facebook • Art By Whitney
This event is FREE and open to the public. Enjoy mixing and mingling with the artist, live music by @q_major318, and refreshments.
Not all art lives on the walls. 🎨 Here’s a peek inside the museum archives, where paintings are safely stored and cared for behind the scenes.
Happy birthday Berthe Morisot, who was born #OnThisDay 182 years ago in 1841. 🎉
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Shown: “Berthe” by James Jacques Tissot. Drypoint (1883)
Collection Highlights
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery boasts an extensive permanent collection that includes more than 400 paintings and a plethora of sculptures representing over 100 artists. Our collection represents a wide variety of styles, time periods, and historical importance.
Schedule a Tour
Group tours are available on Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 - 3:30 pm.
To request a guided tour for an adult group, please complete our form…