Visit
![A courtyard with mustard-colored walls and dark green accents. Two people stand by a central fountain, and others browse a decorative shop with arched windows. Potted plants and wrought iron furniture complete the setting.]()
Enjoy free admission every day. Visit the museum, shop, and café, or resesarch our collections at the Williams Research Center.
Exhibitions
![Poster for Chihuahua: King Of New Orleans Dogs, 1981, by Bunny Matthews.]()
Opening September 18, explore the world of the legendary New Orleans artist and his iconic characters, Vic and Nat’ly. On view until May 9, 2027.
Events
![An illustration of Bunny Matthew cartoon characters Vic and Nat'ly dancing.]()
September 19, join us for a daylong celebration of the life and work of New Orleans cartoonist and writer Bunny Matthews, featuring presentations, a book signing, Vic and Nat’ly costume contest, and more!
Research & Collections
![An antique Remington Portable typewriter with round keys and a black body, displayed on a plain background.]()
Dive into the Collection’s holdings with image-rich previews of treasures from New Orleans history.
Learn & Explore
![A group of educators viewing historic objects at an educator workshop hosted by the Historic New Orleans Collection.]()
Welcome back, educators! On September 19, join us for our fall open house to learn about how HNOC can support you and your students this school year. Admission is free and lunch is provided.
Publishing
![Book cover for "Bunny Matthews: His Life, Art, and Obsessions."]()
The bold personality of New Orleans’s legendary cartoonist and writer springs from the page in this first monograph of his work by Alison Fensterstock and Michael Tisserand. Preorders now available!
Support
![An illustration of a pageant design entitled "Twelfth Night Revelers." Dancing champagne bottles, cakes, teacups and more are depicted.]()
On October 29, join us in celebrating six decades of preserving, collecting, and making history. Save the date for music, memories, and more at what is sure to be a fantastic night out in the French Quarter.
