Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden

With over 70 priceless sculptures set on eleven acres, the Besthoff Sculpture Garden is a true New Orleans treasure. Located next to the magnificent New Orleans Museum of Art, this outdoor space includes modern and contemporary pieces meant to inspire art lovers of all kinds. Take your time wandering the grounds and soaking in the beautiful scenery - there's something to delight you at every turn. As part of New Orleans tricentennial, NOMA expanded the garden six acres in 2018 and took over a year to complete. 26 new works from 21st century artists were included in the expansion. An outdoor amphitheater and stage were added, as well as pedestrian bridges and walkways, a new gallery and an outdoor learning environment-- perfect for festivals, social projects and classes. The new gallery offers exhibition space for indoor sculpture and other works. Hundreds of trees, palmettos and shrubs were added to the site, aligning with the historical fabric of the landscape. Explore along the lagoon and enjoy inspiring artwork while getting some fresh air. It is free to access and open to the public seven days a week! @VisitTheUSA just listed it as one of the "4 Museums That Might Become The Highlight of Your USA Trip" (2025)

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