As a nod to Southern Decadence, New Orleans’s largest city-wide LGBTQ celebration, join us for a special book signing with gay activist Larry Bagneris, author of the heartfelt memoir Call Me Larry: A Creole Man’s Triumph over Racism and Homophobia. Admission is free and open to the public. Copies of Call Me Larry will be for sale at …
HNOC Chess Club blends the game of chess with creative activities and historical research. Members learn about the rich history of chess in New Orleans from the 19th century to the present day. HNOC Chess Club is youth-led. Members in the 6th–12th grades are given the opportunity to plan HNOC’s annual Chess Fest, where we …
Our after hours celebration returns with an exploration of Making It Home: From Vietnam to New Orleans, presented in collaboration with One Book One New Orleans! We are excited to partner with One Book One New Orleans (OBONO), a local nonprofit that encourages literacy and builds community around a single book title each year. Their 2025 book, Daughters of …
Museum lovers of all ages are invited to a special Family Day celebrating The Trail They Blazed, HNOC’s exhibition about the Civil Rights Movement in New Orleans. Presented in collaboration with Young Audiences of Louisiana (YALA), this free event will feature story times, live music, hands-on activities, gallery talks, and exciting surprises from special guests! Admission is free and open …
Registration opens September 8, 2025. Subscribe to our email list for updates about this and similar programs! In conjunction with Family History Month, HNOC is excited to host a special workshop to help members of our community organize family records so that they can be researched and preserved for future generations. Professional genealogist Marguerite Scully, HNOC family …
Chess lovers of all ages are invited to the fourth annual Chess Fest, presented by HNOC's Chess Club! Each year, Chess Fest participants enjoy the opportunity to craft DIY chessboards, play chess puzzle games, move as “human chess pieces” on a giant chessboard, join a friendly fast-chess tournament, and more. Whether you’re already an experienced …
Chess lovers of all ages are invited to the fourth annual Chess Fest, presented by HNOC's Chess Club! Each year, Chess Fest participants enjoy the opportunity to craft DIY chessboards, play chess puzzle games, move as “human chess pieces” on a giant chessboard, join a friendly fast-chess tournament, and more. Whether you’re already an experienced …
You’re invited to celebrate the culinary traditions and unmatched hospitality that make home gatherings in Louisiana special—from backyard seafood boils to elegant dinner parties. With the help of local chefs and historians, the 2025 Food Forum will dive deep into the state’s welcoming spirit, blending cultural insights with practical tips for hosting unforgettable, joy-filled gatherings. …
