The best arts & culture spots in Slidell

“Historic New Orleans Collection is where locals go for true New Orleans stories. This week, hit American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition, linger in French Quarter Life and A Vanishing Bounty, then nerd out with talks, tours, the Williams Research Center... and yes, there’s a café and shop.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 3, 2026

“New Orleans Museum of Art is an easy way to reset your brain this week, with three floors of art from around the world, dating from ancient times to present day, and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden showcasing 100 works set in a unique Louisiana landscape. Take a lap, find a new favorite.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 26, 2026

“When you need a reminder that jazz was born here, New Orleans Jazz Museum delivers with dynamic interactive exhibits, the Mint Exhibition, and engaging performances that keep the tradition moving. Pop in, learn something, then let the music reset your week.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 12, 2026

“This week, slip into New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum for a quick, lore-packed wander through relics, paintings, sculptures, and artifacts, then book their walking tour to Congo Square and Marie Laveau’s house, or let practitioners connect you with readings, rituals, and a proper bit of gris-gris.”

From the New Orleans newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Compact shop at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art selling books, artworks, crafts, clothing & more.”

“If you haven't been back to The National WWII Museum lately, the newly remastered Beyond All Boundaries 4D show delivers, the interactive submarine and planes are still a blast, and Come Back Fighting: USS New Orleans at War is on view through February 14, 2027.”

“Popular mural featuring greetings from New Orleans that's known for photo opportunities.”