New Orleans museums are launching several major exhibitions in September 2025. The Ogden Museum of Southern Art presents "Flags of Our Mothers" (September 13–March 8, 2026) featuring Raven Halfmoon's largest ceramic sculptures, and "The Unending Stream: Chapter II" (September 27–March 15, 2026) showcasing six local photographers. The New Orleans Museum of Art opens "Dawoud Bey: Elegy" (September 26–January 4, 2026), a photography and film installation exploring African American historical memory.
These exhibitions highlight the depth and diversity of New Orleans' visual art scene, often overshadowed by the city's music and food culture. By featuring Indigenous artists, local photography communities, and nationally acclaimed photographers like Dawoud Bey, the shows reinforce the city's role as a significant cultural destination beyond its traditional attractions.