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So much happens at The Academy that you may not catch it all. But you can read about the latest happenings here and learn about the people and productions that keep our campus vibrant and our involvement in the community meaningful.
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Jun 27, 2025
Jun 27, 2025
Ready to Roll: New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts Launches Academy on Wheels
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts celebrates the launch of its mobile art studio, the Academy on Wheels, which aims to reach New Orleans youth with dynamic art programming, free of charge, beginning in Fall 2025.
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Jun 18, 2025
Jun 18, 2025
New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts Announces "A Tale of Two Cities"
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase “A Tale of Two Cities,” an exhibition exploring the role of art in the wake of environmental disaster, on display at NOAFA, September 13 through November 8, 2025.
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May 14, 2025
May 16, 2025
NOAFA Celebrates Successful Student Exhibition 2025
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts (NOAFA) welcomed hundreds of attendees to its Uptown New Orleans campus for its Student Exhibition 2025, an annual art exhibition consisting only of work from its student body from the last academic year.
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Apr 22, 2025
Apr 22, 2025
The Academy Announces "Paint the Pavement" Event
On Thursday, April 24, 2025, the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts will partner with the Urban Conservancy and Depave to host “Paint the Pavement,” a community event designed to develop a vision for new greenspace at the school’s Uptown New Orleans campus.
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May 2, 2025
Jun 27, 2025
The Academy Prepares for End-of-Year Events & Opportunities
The end-of-year has lots in store at the Academy. Learn more about Summer Registration, Fine Arts Camp, the Student Exhibition 2025, and the upcoming Spring Art Fair.
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Apr 30, 2025
Jun 27, 2025
Get Ready To Give: Give NOLA Day 2025
Support The Academy by donating to our school's Give NOLA Day page before midnight on Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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Apr 11, 2025
Apr 30, 2025
Susu Kearney's "A Spring Garden" Brings Crowds to The Academy
Susu Kearney's "A Spring Garden" draws crowds and excitement to the gallery at New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts.
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Mar 25, 2025
Apr 22, 2025
Get Ready: 2025 Student Exhibition & Spring Art Fair
View dates and guidelines for The Academy's annual Student Exhibition and Spring Art Fair.
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Mar 19, 2025
Apr 15, 2025
Academy Prepares to Exhibit "A Spring Garden" by Susu Kearney
Local New Orleans artist Susu Kearney to debut her latest exhibit, "A Spring Garden," at New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts.
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Jan 29, 2025
Mar 11, 2025
Young Student Recognized for Drone Photography
NOLA.com recognizes young Academy student for his stellar drone photos post citywide snowfall.
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Jan 7, 2025
Feb 7, 2025
Submission Dates EXTENDED - It's About That Time: Mardi Gras Mini Show Submissions Open January 17th
The Academy Gallery is excited to announce that the 2025 Mardi Gras Mini Exhibition is nearly here! Submit your miniature art beginning January 17, 2025 for a chance to be included in this one-of-a-kind New Orleans art show.
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Dec 9, 2024
Jan 17, 2025
2024 Holiday Art Fair
Come to the Academy and grab some last minute holiday gifts at the Holiday Art Fair!
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New Orleans, LA 70115Call us: (504) 899-8111