A powerhouse of knowledge, the Backstreet Cultural Museum is the essence of New Orleans. Its historic location is filled with exhibits reflecting aspects of the unique cultural traditions and institutions of African-American culture in New Orleans, Mardi Gras Indians, Jazz Funerals and Social Aid & Pleasure Clubs. More importantly, Backstreet… More >
The Candlelight Lounge can be ID'd from far away with its street-side mural featuring native bass-drum and grand marshal legend "Uncle Lionel" Batiste. The main room is big enough for a party of 50, but its nice old wooden bar is intimate enough for a few friends out for drinks… More >
The Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts began its life as the New Orleans Theater of the Performing Arts in January 1973. New Orleans-born Norman Treigle, a bass-baritone and international Opera star, inaugurated the Theatre with a performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s Messa di Requiem, which he performed with the… More >
Located in the picturesque Vieux Carre on the corner of North Rampart and St. Philip Streets, Meauxbar Bistro is a sophisticated casual eatery. A typical evening finds a eclectic mix of quarterites, uptowners and other locals as well as out of town visitors. This stylish local neighborhood bistro is the… More >
The New Orleans African American Museum is located in Treme, the oldest African American neighborhood in the United States. Situated directly north of the French Quarter, the area is the city’s traditional center for African American business, and during the nineteenth century was home to free people of color as… More >
Art is everywhere in New Orleans and our cultural venues are as varied as you would expect from a nearly 300 year-old city. From neighborhood music clubs, contemporary art galleries, alternative arts spaces, fine dining restaurants, to cozy corner bookshops search ArtsNewOrleans to discover your favorite place to experience our creative culture.
Arts Council Of New Orleans
935 Gravier Street, Suite 850
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 523-1465