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Enjoy great year-round benefits while supporting HNOC’s mission to make the history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf South accessible to all.

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By becoming a member, you join a community dedicated to stewarding the history and culture of our city and our region. All HNOC members enjoy the following benefits for one full year:

10% discount at the Shop at the Collection and the Café at the Collection
Exclusive invitations to opening receptions for new exhibitions
Early registration privileges for HNOC events
Subscription to the Historic New Orleans Collection Quarterly
Free admission to select museum and vault tours
Invitations to special events and trips
Complimentary access for two (2) people to all participating Museum Month museums during August each year

Members at the Merieult level and above receive benefits from the North American Reciprocal Museum Program (NARM) at more than 1,200 member institutions across the US, Canada, and Latin America.

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Founder Individual

$45

With your HNOC membership, you’re joining individuals, families, and organizations dedicated to preserving the rich history and culture of Louisiana and the Gulf South.

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Founder Family

$75

Family memberships are for one or two adults and any children under 18 all residing in a single household, or for one member and a guest.

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Merieult Society

$100

Full Founder Family benefits plus:

NARM benefits at more than 1,200 member institutions

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The Caillot Circle is a member group for young professionals between the ages of 21 and 45. Members enjoy all of the benefits of general membership, as well as opportunities to participate in several exclusive Caillot Circle events each year.

Pricing:

$125 per individual
$200 per couple

Full Founder Family benefits plus:

NARM benefits at more than 1,200 member institutions
Invitations to exclusive events throughout the year (both at the Collection and off-site)

In addition, Caillot Circle memberships directly benefit HNOC’s educational initiatives.

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Mahalia Society

$250

Full Founder Family benefits plus:

NARM benefits at more than 1,200 member institutions
Private, guided tours of HNOC exhibitions (by appointment)
One (1) additional guest admission for exhibition opening reception

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Jackson Society

$500

Full Founder Family benefits plus:

NARM benefits at more than 1,200 member institutions
Private, guided tours of HNOC exhibitions (by appointment)
Special members-only experiences
Two additional guest admissions for exhibition opening receptions

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Laussat Society

$1,000

Full Founder Family benefits plus:

NARM benefits at more than 1,200 member institutions
Private, guided tours of HNOC collections and exhibitions (by appointment)
Special members-only experiences
Invitation to annual gala evening and private patron event
Three (3) additional guest admissions for exhibition opening receptions

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Bienville Circle

$5,000

Full Founder Family benefits plus:

NARM benefits at more than 1,200 member institutions
Private, guided tours of HNOC collections and exhibitions (by appointment)
Special members-only experiences
Invitation to annual gala evening and private patron event
Three (3) additional guest admissions for exhibition opening receptions
Annual recognition as sponsors of a premier exhibition

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Frequently Asked Questions

We are a registered 501(c)3 private operating foundation.

Yes, as a private operating foundation in good standing, we are able to accept donations from private foundations.

Yes! We’re happy to send you more than one copy of your membership card. Give us a call at (504) 598-7109 or email us at membership@hnoc.org.

Your membership lasts one full year, beginning on the date your membership contribution is received and expiring on the last day of that same month the following year. (Example: If you join on March 10, 2024, your membership will expire on March 31, 2025.)

Yes, you will receive notification via email and direct mail approximately one month prior to your expiration date.

Founder Individual $0

Founder Family $0

Merieult $10

Mahalia $15

Caillot Circle Individual $25

Caillot Circle Couple $50

Jackson $30

Laussat $200

Bienville $300

A portion of your membership is tax deductible. If you decline your benefits, you are able to receive the full tax deduction of your membership but are unable to enjoy the benefits of membership such as a discount in the Shop or invitations to members-only events.

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