The R.W. Norton Art Gallery
4747 Creswell Avenue
Shreveport, Louisiana 71106-1899

Phone: (318) 865-4201
Fax: (318) 869-0435
E-mail: gallery@rwnaf.org

Admission
There is no admission charge to view the grounds, the museum's art collection, or special exhibitions.

Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and national holidays

The gardens are open to visitors daily during daylight hours.

Map & Directions
From Interstate 20 take Interstate 49 going South. From I-49 take Exit 203, the Pierremont Avenue Exit. Turn East (left) on Pierremont. The fifth traffic signal is Creswell Avenue. Turn North (left) on Creswell Avenue. Go 1 1/2 blocks and the Gallery main entrance is on the right side of the street. You may park in the circular drive.

From Youree, turn west onto Southfield (toward Interstate 49). Travel for almost a mile to the light at Creswell Avenue. Turn right onto Creswell. Go 1 1/2 blocks and the Gallery main entrance is on the right side of the street.

You can also click here for driving directions.

Tours
Free guided tours are available by appointment only Tuesday through Friday for groups of 10 or more. A special tour is also offered to the public free of charge the first Saturday of every month.

For a complete listings of all the tour programs, please click here.

Special Events
Community lectures are periodically available to the public, civic organizations, and school groups at no charge.

Please check our calendar for upcoming lectures, speakers, demonstrations, or guest artists.

Weddings
No weddings, ceremonies, or receptions are permitted on the Norton grounds. However, brides may have their portraits taken on the property.

Outreach
Outreach programs are now available for civic organizations and assisted living facilities. These Powerpoint presentations, conducted by a trained museum docent, are based on the tours the Norton offers to the public.

Click here for a full program description.

Wheelchair Accessibility
Visitors with physical disabilities will find easy entrance to the building as there are no steps from the curb to the front entrance and no stairways inside the Norton on the main museum level. Wheelchairs are available for loan at no charge to visitors for use indoors.

Camera Policy
As new technology has developed, the Norton has re-evaluated its policy on visitors taking photographs inside the museum. Digital cameras and cell phones that can take personal photographs without the benefit of flash will be permitted; however, because of the potential for damage to the artworks, flash photography continues to be banned. Also, due to copyright and intellectual property restrictions, and because it can be detrimental to the viewing experience of other visitors, professional photography or any photography intended for commercial purposes will not be allowed.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do the azaleas bloom?

How can I find out what my art is worth?

Can someone at the Norton tell me what my art is worth?

Can I sell my art to the Norton?

May I donate my art, books, or special collection?

Where can I find information about my work of art?

Is there someone who can fix my painting, sculpture, or photograph?

Is there somewhere I can change for my bridal portrait/prom picture/family photo?

Can I rent the Norton for parties, meetings, or other social events?