The Contemporary Arts Center is thrilled to partner with Kino Marquee to present the December 18, 2020 virtual re-release of Museum Town ! This documentary tells the story of an unconventional museum, the small town of North Adams, MA it calls home, and the great risk, hope, and power of art to transform a desolate post-industrial city. Museum Town also looks at the artistic process itself—not...Read more
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Tuesday, December 3, 2019 to Tuesday, December 31, 2019
In these transformative times, artists drive reflection, response, and a path towards inspiration and action. The support of art is itself an act of empowerment! In 2019, as part of ForFreedoms, a nationwide campaign to encourage voting, William Monaghan's Stripes and Stars (above) was exhibited in our gallery and displayed as a billboard on I-10, where it was seen by hundreds of thousands of...Read more
Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Support Art of Our Time! GiveNOLA Day is an annual online day of giving hosted by the Greater New Orleans Foundation that celebrates the spirit of generosity in New Orleans by inviting everyone to support local nonprofits that make our community a better place. On Tuesday, May 7th, the Greater New Orleans Foundation will partially match all gifts made to nonprofit organizations through givenola...Read more
SWEETARTS 2020’s theme – CHANGES: Into a Radiant Future – highlights transformation as the CAC ushers in the decade with new leadership, a refined focus on contemporary creativity, fostering artistic excellence, and honoring visionary leaders in the New Orleans arts community. NEW ORLEANS, LA (February 28, 2020) – The Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans (CAC) announced today that SWEETARTS 2020...Read more
Art Is Essential. Art Makes Us Resilient. Support the CAC TODAY on #GivingTuesdayNow. Thank you! GIVE NOW --- Dear Friends of the CAC, Arts and culture are an essential service. Museums are the custodians of civic space and public commons. They exist for the health, well-being, and betterment of our society. As we recover from this pandemic, performing and visual artists will be at the heart of...Read more
CAC Focuses Planning on the 2021 Hancock Whitney White Linen Night, Saturday, August 7, 2021 (New Orleans, LA - June 11, 2020): The Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans (CAC), presenter of Hancock Whitney White Linen Night, announced today the cancellation of the 26th Annual Hancock Whitney White Linen Night scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2020. In consideration of the high volume of attendees...Read more