About
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.
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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List of events in Photo View
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August 28 - November 23
New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Crescent City
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November 27 - November 28
Museum Closed • Thanksgiving Holiday
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Why did the dinosaur cross the road?
Because chickens didn`t exist yet!🐓
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Shown:
"It`s No Lady`s Job" by Charles M. Russel (1926)
💙 New Orleans in Art • Artist Highlight 💙
“Big Chief” by Jennifer Morgan
Mandeville, Louisiana
Instagram • @jenmorgan_creativearts
Facebook • Jen Morgan Creative Arts
Website • www.jenmorgancreativearts.com
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Jen will be at 318 Art & Frame, here in Shreveport, for their "Tinsel Customer Appreciation Event" on Friday, Dec. 5th from 5-9 PM signing LIMITED EDITION 16x20 Matted Giclee Prints. Pre-order and reserve your signed and matted giclee print online by clicking this link, before they sell out!
https://318artandframe.com/products/big-chief-limited-edition-matted-giclee-print
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About the Artist: I create 2D felted artworks using a blend of wet felting, nuno felting, and needle felting, then hand-embellish each piece to add sparkle, dimension, and a tactile sense of joy. Rooted in the vibrant soul of Louisiana, my work is inspired by the region’s lush nature, rich culture, and the vivid colors and textures that fiber art allows.
Although I was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, I’ve lived in Greater New Orleans for over 30 years and proudly call it home—there’s truly no place like it. I hold a BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design from East Carolina University, and currently live in Mandeville with my husband, two sons, and our dogs, Scout and Stella.
With a playful, whimsical style, I strive to create pieces that lift the spirit—art that makes people smile. Whether it’s the shimmer of thread, the softness of wool, or the layered surprises of texture and color, each piece is an invitation to feel joy.
Felted art is rarely seen in the deep South—perhaps because wool and heat make unlikely companions—but I find that contrast beautiful. Through this uncommon medium, I hope to spark curiosity, evoke delight, and celebrate the unexpected.
About the Piece: The Black Masking Indians are a vibrant and deeply rooted cultural tradition unique to New Orleans. Blending African, Native American, and Caribbean influences, these groups—called “tribes”—parade through the city in hand-sewn, bead- and feather-covered suits that can take an entire year to create.
**More information on the Norton`s Facebook page.
Congratulations to our incredible Co-Director, Ruth Norton, CPA/CFF, recipient of the 2025 Athena International Leadership Award presented by @shreveport_chamber! 👏🏻 🎉 The ATHENA Award highlights leaders who excel professionally, serve their communities, and lift up women through mentorship. Ruth is everything ATHENA represents, and more!
🧁 A BIG #HappyBirthday to the R.W. Norton Art Gallery! 🧁
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#OnThisDay in 1966, the R.W. Norton Art Gallery opened its doors to the public. Here`s to the past 59 years and to many more to come!
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🌳 New Orleans in Art • Artist Highlight 🌳
“City Park Sunrise” by Linda Moss
Shreveport, Louisiana
Instagram • @lindamoss_art
Website • www.lindamossart.com
Unbe-LEAF-able! 🍁
If you haven`t been to the gardens lately, you are missing out! Get your fall fix by taking a walk through the 40 acres of botanical gardens in the heart of Shreveport. 🧡💛
💜 New Orleans in Art • Artist Highlight 💜
“First Street” by Crystal Obeidzinski
New Orleans, Louisiana
Instagram • @artbycrystale
Website • www.artbycrystaleshop.com
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About the Artist: Crystal Obeidzinski has been an artist in New Orleans for over 20 years. She is known for her vibrant, mixed media paintings on reclaimed wood. Her work—layered with acrylic, gold leaf, and found materials—draws deeply from the culture, architecture, and spirit of New Orleans.
Crystal’s artwork has been featured in numerous film and television productions, including NCIS: New Orleans, Netflix’s Project Power, Oprah’s Queen Sugar, as well as national and local commercials. She was awarded Best of Show at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, the featured artist in New Orleans Fashion Week, as well as several awards both online and in person.
She currently showcases and sells her work at her gallery, located at 1215 Decatur Street in the heart of the French Quarter.
About the Piece: Painted on a reclaimed wooden door, this evocative work captures the legendary New Orleans residence of author Anne Rice—the house that both inspired and appeared in her Mayfair Witches trilogy. Bathed in moody purples, spectral blues, and lush greens, the colors echo Rice’s vivid descriptions and the spiritual undertones of her storytelling.
New Orleans itself is a city steeped in mystery, where the veil between the seen and unseen feels thin. This painting reflects that energy—not just through the house’s haunting beauty, but through hidden layers: vintage maps, neighborhood landmarks, the home’s original address, and the year it was built, all subtly embedded within the piece.
A tribute to both Rice’s literary legacy and the mystical spirit of New Orleans, the work invites viewers to look closer and feel the quiet pull of magic that lingers in the roots of its trees and the bones of its buildings.
So shiny you can almost see your reflection!✨
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Did you know?
Michelangelo, widely regarded as one of the greatest artists in history, created many of his works for the Vatican. These works include the breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and the beautiful "Madonna Della Pietà," sculpted between 1498 and 1499, which would later come to be regarded as one of the world`s great masterpieces. Michelangelo considered the Pieta to be both the consummate expression of his artistic abilities and an embodiment of divine inspiration. Over half a millennium later, the vision of it continues to inspire.
This bust, based upon the head of the Virgin Mary seen in the Pieta, is a study in the spiritual beauty that was Michelangelo`s artistic ideal. The work is recreated and cast in silver from a Vatican-authorized mold derived from the original.
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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.
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Group tours are available on Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 - 3:30 pm.
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