Welcome to The 12 Bar on Fulton St. The newest place in New Orleans for live music. We are a locally owned and managed nightclub located in the historic Warehouse District of New Orleans. Named after the most popular chord progression ever written, The 12 Bar showcases the best of… More >
While the design of 7 definitely fits the contemporary category, the restaurant's creators haven't ignored the timeless qualities that go into an exceptional dining experience - things like comfort, warmth and service that's precise without being fussy. 7's dishes are as eye-catching as they are delicious, often served on unusual… More >
AIA New Orleans is a non-profit organization comprised of over 450 professional architects, and is a component of the national organization whose membership includes 88,000 professional architects worldwide. AIA New Orleans new buiding, the 'AIA New Orleans Center for Design' serves its members and the public through offering architecture and… More >
Restaurant Anatole opened its doors on September 1st, 2006 to rave reviews. Chef/Owner Raymond Toups and the rest of the staff at Restaurant Anatole would like to thank everyone for their support throughout the opening process. Located at 600 St. Charles Avenue in the Lafayette Hotel, Restaurant Anatole's Chef Raymond… More >
Ariodante Gallery, located at 535 Julia Street in the Arts District of New Orleans, is known for exquisite crafts and fine art. We feature glass, jewelry, furniture, ceramics, mosaics, photography and paintings by predominantly local and Gulf-coast artists. We combine crafts and fine art together for you to imagine how… More >
In 1978 Arthur Roger opened his gallery at 3005 Magazine Street in New Orleans' Garden District. A year earlier the Contemporary Arts Center had opened in downtown New Orleans. The artistic scene in the city was beginning to burgeon. The Arthur Roger Gallery moved to the forefront of galleries in… More >
The Arts Council of New Orleans is a private, non-profit organization designated as the City’s official arts agency. Now in its 36th year, the Arts Council works in partnership with the City of New Orleans, community groups, local, state and national governmental agencies, foundations and other non-profit arts organizations to… More >
Axistudios specializes in recording, mixing, editing, arranging and producing. Axis can also provide studio musicians to assist clients as needed. Axistudio is conveniently located in Metairie, Louisiana - only minutes from the historic French Quarter in New Orleans. Our clients are provided with high-quality mastering and recording services at competitive… More >
In its contemporary setting among the bold iconic canvases of George Rodrigue's Blue Dog, Besh Steak is not your traditional steakhouse. 150 rich brown leather seats, some in private curtained booths, are set among crystal puddles of azure blue. A sleek, backlit wall of wine bottles is flanked by a… More >
ADELAIDE BRENNAN (aka Queenie, Auntie Mame) The Inspiration Recalled by her nieces Ti, Lally and nephew Alex as “Auntie Mame and then some,” Adelaide Brennan was a striking redhead who marched to her own drummer. To the younger girls, no other “older people” acted like her. They were all much… More >
A collaborative multimedia studio and event space, CANARY was founded with the intention of bringing all forms of creative expression to the Arts District. Part working studio, part gallery, part event space, 329 Julia will mine the local community and collaborate with various organizations in the New Orleans community dedicated… More >
Cathedral Creative Studios is a creative communications studio dedicated to innovative print, and interactive work, as well as photography. Cathedral Creative Studios also partners with community organizations to host events in their Arts District location. More >
Chef Link and co-owner Chef Stephen Stryjewski, embracing the old style traditions receive whole pigs and oversee an in-house Boucherie, creating boudin, andouille, smoked bacon, and head cheese. The menu also features handmade crawfish pies, rabbit & dumplings, and spoon bread with okra & tomatoes. Cochon offers specialties from the wood-burning… More >
Located in Le Pavillion hotel, the award winning Crystal Room is famous for creative and innovative dishes, friendly atmosphere and classical decor in a historic setting. Enjoy a generous southern style breakfast featuring Bananas Foster Waffle Le Pavillon. Monday through Friday partake of a New Orleans luncheon tradition with our… More >
The restaurant is located next to The Saint James Hotel and The New Orleans Board of Trade. Cuvee Chef Isaac Toups creates the best in contemporary fine dining. Cuisine Contemporary Creole-Continental, with regional ingredients that reflect the influences of France and Spain on Louisiana foods. More >
Davenport Lounge is named in honor of the hotel’s headline entertainer Jeremy Davenport. It is located on the third floor lobby level of The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans. Enjoy live music during the week in The Davenport Lounge. Live entertainment with Jeremy Davenport is offered on Thursdays 530 p.m. to 9… More >
Chef Emeril Lagasse's premier restaurant is nestled in the heart of the Historic Warehouse district, eight blocks from the Vieux Carre, in a renovated Pharmacy warehouse. Exposed brick and glass walls flank one side of the main dining room, the other carefully selected colors and local art are displayed creating… More >
The wonders of nature are magnified at Entergy IMAX® Theatre, where larger-than-life adventures explode with the help of the world's most advanced motion picture technology. Entergy IMAX® Theatre is located next door to Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, and is one of only six in the world with its spectacular… More >
If it's New Orleans character and hospitality you're looking for, Ernst Cafe is a place for you and your guests. In a city known for its famous restaurants, nightlife and southern hospitality, a select few set the standard and others follow. In New Orleans Ernst Cafe is one of those… More >
Artists Marcus Akinlana and Fatu Akinlana opened Galerie Cayenne, located in New Orleans’ French Quarter. The gallery sells original paintings, drawings, giclées, prints and is continually developing new bodies of works for purchase. The owner/artist team has recently completed two multimedia public art installations in Chicago and Philadelphia. Marcus Akinlana… More >
This impressive Greek Revival building was the inspiration of James Gallier Sr. Erected between 1845 and 1853, it served as City Hall for just over a century. After the completion of the building's basement, the city ran out of money to fund the project, and construction was delayed. A roof… More >
The George Schmidt Gallery, located in the historic Julia Row of the Lafayette Square District, exclusively shows the works of George Schmidt. Schmidt specializes in reactionary works on paper and canvas. More >
Chef Donald Link’s Herbsaint Restaurant is located on historic Saint Charles Avenue along the streetcar line and features French inspired cuisine with a distinct Southern influence. The 2007 James Beard Award winner for Best Chef South, Chef Link creates classic dishes like Duck Leg Confit and Steak and Frites, along… More >
Designed to keep with the principles of feng shui, Horinoya is popular with both locals and tourists and offers a large selection of sushi and other Japanese specialties. Along with exotic salads, the menu also offers marinated octopus rings, barbecued eel, tuna steaks, smoked duck and steamed monkfish liver. Some… More >
The Howlin' Wolf has a long history as one of New Orleans' finest locally owned and operated venues. Named after the legendary bluesman Chester Burnett, New Orleans was introduced to the Howlin' Wolf in 1988, when it opened up in Fat City. After outgrowing its' space in a cotton warehouse,… More >
InnerRecess Recording Studios provides quality recordings at affordable rates for musicians and recording professionals. The Pro Tools based studios are equipped to offer a variety of recording, editing, mixing, mastering and duplication services for any type of musician or artist. InnerRecess is also geared up to record and edit sound… More >
Irvin Mayfield's I Club is an upscale, downtown New Orleans destination in the JW Marriott Hotel that provides discerning customers with a sophisticated night on the town and an elegant, intimate atmosphere for experiencing true Louisiana music. The I Club offers top-tier musical talent, fine food, exquisite beverages, and stellar… More >
Jean Bragg opened her first antique shop in New Orleans in 1979, specializing in Newcomb College Pottery, Louisiana paintings, and hand-carved Louisiana duck decoys. Since 1980, she traveled in the United States, participating in antique shows and lecturing on Newcomb arts and crafts. In 1991, Bragg re-opened the Gallery on… More >
Jonathan Ferrara Galley is a collective environment of creative visions. A commercial gallery with a public conscience. Artist, activist, and entrepreneur Jonathan Ferrara opened the gallery in 1998 to give emerging artists a voice. Since its inception, the gallery has focused on cutting edge works by local, national and international… More >
With the reopening of The Joy Theater, entertainment returns to the upper-end of Canal Street. Live music, comedy, and theatrical productions are all part of the vision. Additionally, there are plans to create unique productions that highlight the heritage of New Orleans culture. Musical productions highlighting R&B, Jazz, Gospel, and… More >
The 600 block of Julia Street has a collection of thirteen mid-19th century townhouses often referred to as Julia Row or the Thirteen Sisters. Impressive as they are, architecture isn't the real reason to come to Julia Street and its environs -- it's art. This area, dubbed the "SoHo of… More >
La Boca an Argentine style steakhouse opened in 2006. The name comes from the most colorful neighborhood in Buenos Aires and the food is based on the abundance of grilled meats and the strong Italian influence in Argentine culture. La Boca offers a casual atmosphere, top quality and reasonable prices.… More >
Since 1999, Le Chat Noir has been considered New Orleans most intimate night spot and the premier venue for musical theater, comedy and satire, cabaret shows and other types of live entertainment... Much of what we present is original work. They have a popular Cabaret Room that features candle-lit table… More >
Le Phare is a lounge located in the acclaimed Loft 523 Hotel in New Orleans' Central Business District created to entertain and intermingle sophisticated, stylish individuals through cocktail culture, contemporary music, visual design, fashion, and individualized service. More >
LeMieux Galleries is located at the gateway of New Orleans' Arts District near the Convention Center, the D-Day Museum, the Contemporary Arts Center and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. Since 1983, the mission of LeMieux Galleries has been to unite seasoned collectors and new art enthusiasts with artists of… More >
The menu is extensive and offers Cuban comfort food favorites such as The Cuban Sandwich, Seafood Paella and Ropa Vieja. More >
The Louisiana Crafts Guild is an organization of juried Fine Crafts Artisans located throughout the state of Louisiana and the Southern Region of the United States. Because of our stringent jury requirements and dedication to excellence in fine craft, only three out of every ten applicants is approved for membership.… More >
The Louisiana Film Museum is a special place where people can visit and learn more about the history of movies that have been produced in Louisiana. Over 600 films and TV shows have been produced in LA since 1898, with another 180 films in production through 2011. There is an… More >
On January 15, 2010, an official ribbon cutting signified the transformation of Mélange Restaurant in The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans into M Bistro. M Bistro is named after the hotel’s Executive Chef, Matt Murphy. Growing up just outside Dublin, Ireland, Murphy never envisioned having his own restaurant but he has paid… More >
M Francis Gallery is located at 604 Julia St. in the heart of the New Orleans Arts District. Our mission is to be an epicenter for motivational and inspirational art in New Orleans and the world! More >
A multi-use creative arts facility catering to the performance, art, fashion and entertainment industries of New Orleans. Located in the heart of the arts district, the center aspires to serve as a community resource and incubator for the arts as well as a viable fine arts venue. The goal is… More >
Martine Chaisson Gallery is located in the New Orleans’ Historic Warehouse District at 727 Camp Street. The gallery represents emerging and mid-career contemporary artists in a variety of media including painting, drawing, photography, and sculpture working with both public and private collections. More >
Home of famous New Orleans po-boys, muffelettas, jambalaya, hot lunches, and all that's good in New Orleans' home cooking! More >
For over 10 years, the New Orleans Arena has been a premiere venue in the New Orleans area for concerts and a variety of other special events. Completed in October 1999, the New Orleans Arena has served the people of New Orleans by providing them with quality entertainment. The New… More >
The Main Library, on the edge of New Orleans' downtown Civic Center, opened in December, 1958. The building, encompassing three main floors and two sub-basements, is NOPL's flagship location, providing the system's largest collection of popular and research sources. The building also houses NOPL's administrative offices, technical services, a technology… More >
Located on the 1st floor of the historic Gallier Hall in the heart of downtown New Orleans, the critically acclaimed theatre has been one of the premiere venues for musical theatre in New Orleans for more than 40 years. Since 2006 it has operated as a partnership between the New… More >
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art/University of New Orleans is home to the largest and most comprehensive collection of Southern art in the world, and includes the Center for Southern Craft and Design. Here you will find the story of the South—the old as well as the new, as told… More >
This classic New Orleans restaurant, located at the foot of the French Quarter, serves contemporary Creole food in an upbeat and lively grand café. As bearers of the torch keeping Creole cuisine alive and vital, Dickie and Palace Café’s culinary team are constantly evolving traditional Creole dishes and creating a… More >
Located in downtown New Orleans, Parse Gallery is an artist-run collaborative that provides an outlet for emerging contemporary artists. The gallery exhibits works that are progressive and experiential. Parse Gallery invites a diverse range of artists to live and work together to establish a playful, progressive art community in New… More >
The Piazza d’Italia is located adjacent to the American Italian Renaissance Foundation Museum and Library on the corner of Tchopitoulas and Poydras Streets. The Piazza d’Italia is a monument to the Italian-American community and their contribution to the City of New Orleans. Designed in 1978 by renowned architect Charles Moore,… More >
Have you ever wondered the difference between a Creole cottage and a double gallery Garden District mansion, or wanted to find neighborhood points of interest? If so, the answers await you at the Preservation Resource Center. The center features both permanent and rotating exhibits on New Orleans architecture and historic… More >
Republic New Orleans is an elegant cabaret-style music venue, nightclub, and special event space that offers constantly evolving entertainment through music, fashion, film and the arts. With floor and mezzanine levels available, the space can accommodate groups ranging from 100 to 1000. Past live performances include Spoon, Pretty Lights, Julian… More >
RESTAURANT & BAR Restaurant August is located in an historic, four-story “French-Creole†building dating from the 1800s, in New Orleans’ Central Business District. The interior is rich with original architectural details, such as gleaming hardwood floors, monumental interior columns, mahogany paneling and antique mirrors. The restaurant has entry from the… More >
RioMar, established in mid 2000, is a culmination of many years cooking in New Orleans, New York, London and Madrid. Our focus is to fill the void we felt apparent in the New Orleans market for a top notch restaurant that prepares the best seafood from local waters and also… More >
Rougarou Bayou Riverfront Trading Post Gallery features folk Art, fine Art, pottery, jewelry and other fine crafts from over 90 local New Orleans and regional artists. More >
Ruth's Chris Steak House was founded in New Orleans, Louisiana by Ruth Fertel, a single mother of two who wanted a better life for herself and her two sons. She purchased "Chris" steakhouse in New Orleans which had been operated for the 38 years prior. She changed the name to… More >
Schramel Conservatory of Dance offers ballet classes for ages 3 to 18, as well as adult classes. The Conservatory directors are Marjorie Hardwick and Gregory Schramel who are also the founding Artistic Directors of New Orleans Ballet Theatre, which had its debut in June of 2003. The Schramels have performed… More >
We are a nonprofit organization based in New Orleans, dedicated to the discovery, understanding and celebration of the culture of food and drink in the South. Please explore our website and discover what we are and what we have to offer you. Mission The Southern Food and Beverage Museum is… More >
Photographer Jackson Hill offers a signature style of imagery that pushes boundaries beyond the obvious and conventional. His assignments take him to multiple locations nationally and around the world, while his work has appeared in many major publications. Jackson works easily with a mix of clients from savvy art directors… More >
Among the most revered of New Orleans historic landmarks is Old St. Patrick’s Church, a stunning example of the arts and crafts of another era. It stands in the heart of the business district and is one of the treasures that remains from early 19th century days when the city… More >
The inception of Stella Jones Gallery in July, 1996, was the realization of a dream. The gallery provides a venue for artists of the African diaspora to exhibit superior works of art. The gallery fulfills its educational goals through lectures, panel discussions, intimate gallery talks and exhibitions with artists in… More >
Steve Martin Fine Art features the most extensive collection of works by New Orleans artist, Steve Martin, and is proud to be the exclusive representative in LA, MS, and AL of the mystical expressionist artist Jamali. Awarded a Fodor’s star for a “must see art experience” and hailed “best small… More >
The Circle Bar in New Orleans has live music every night starting at ten. The Circle Bar has hosted Monotonix, James Hall, Jason Isbell, Elf Power, The Vivian Girls, Surfer Blood, Pocahaunted, Lower Dens, Woven Bones, Bear Hands, Robotanists, Growlers, Shellshag, White Hinterland, Dosh, The Non, Girlfriends, Monogold, Family Portrait,… More >
The Grill Room at the Windsor Court Hotel sets the standard for elegance in New Orleans fine dining. Serving modern American cuisine with a distinctive New Orleans flair, The Grill Room changes its menu almost daily to incorporate the freshest ingredients available. The Four Diamond, Four Star restaurant has one… More >
The Museum of the American Cocktail is a nonprofit organization which seeks to celebrate a true American cultural icon, the American Cocktail. Having roots in New Orleans, the American cocktail has influenced music, theater, art, film, and politics around the world during its two-century-old history. Founded by Dale DeGroff, and… More >
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans opened on June 6, 2000, as The National D-Day Museum. Founded by historian and author, Stephen Ambrose, the Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world — why it was fought, how it was won, and… More >
Bette Davis served the desserts. Marlene Dietrich and Lauren Bacall danced the night away. Red Skelton told the jokes and Bing Crosby crooned. The place was The Stage Door Canteen and the guests were the steady stream of GIs headed off to war. Many were leaving home for the first… More >
The Theatres at Canal Place were recently renovated from the ground up to bring New Orleans the best of everything. Enjoy flavorful dishes from Chef Adolfo Garcia in the ultimate comfort of a high-back leather chair while watching movies in an all-digital cinema. Chef Adolfo Garcia's Gusto, a cafe and… More >
VICTORY a gastro lounge with mixology flair offers a moment in time like no other. VICTORY strives to respond and stimulate all of your senses. Visit Victory Restaurant and savor international fresh market cocktails and homemade small plates, perfect for any night in the Big Easy. It's the perfect place… More >
Founder and owner, Jacob Manguno has been awarded the prestigious title of Officer dans l’Ordre of Arts Lettres by the French Government for his unparalleled knowledge and achievement in the Impressionist arena. Experience, trust, authenticity, and fine paintings are the hallmark of Mann Gallery ... there is not another gallery… More >
Bryan Burkey CWE, co-founder and director of W.I.N.O., is a member of the Society of Wine Educators, and a WSET Diploma candidate through the International Wine Center in New York City. At the International Wine Center, Bryan studies under Mary Ewing-Mulligan, the first female Master of Wine in North America.… More >
Hip, new upscale wine store, wine school and hi-tech wine tasting room featuring 80 wines by the glass. In addition to offering wine education at W.I.N.O., Bryan offers a wide range of consultation services * Cellar Design * Cellar Maintenance * Wine Appraisals * Sommelier Services More >
WMSJR is located at the corner of Camp and Calliope, one block from the The Ogden Museum of Southern Art, The Contemporary Arts Center, and World War II Museum. Please call for an appointment to meet the artist, William Marion Smith, Jr. and view his works. - William Marion Smith… 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