Southern University Museums
The Southern University System is the only Historically Black University system in the United States. Located in Louisiana, the Southern University System has five campuses that are beacons of academic excellence and culturally significant institutions. It boasts a network of three exceptional museums, each dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history, art, and culture of African and African American communities.
Southern University at New Orleans Museum of Art:
The Southern University at New Orleans Museum of Art (SUNOMA) is an academic museum dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of African and African Diasporic art and culture. Located on the campus of Southern University at New Orleans, SUNOMA serves as a dynamic space for teaching, research, and community engagement. Through exhibitions, educational programming, and partnerships, the museum supports student learning while fostering cross-cultural dialogue and access to the arts within the university and the broader New Orleans community.
Hours:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 10 am – 4 pm
Wednesday - 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday - 10 am – 8 pm
Friday - 10 am – 4 pm
Second Saturdays of the Month – 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday: Closed
Address:
Southern University at New Orleans
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Building
Room 201
6400 SUNO Knights Drive
New Orleans, LA 70126
Website:
Contact:
Prof. Erika Witt
Museum Director and Chief Curator
ewitt@suno.edu
504-286-5220 (Museum Front Desk)
sunoma@suno.edu | @SUNOMuseumOfArt
Southern University Museum of Art in Shreveport:
Nestled in the vibrant city of Shreveport, this museum is another gem within the Southern University System. Its mission is to ensure that the art, artifacts, and other treasured works of Africans, African Americans, and their descendants are accessible to the community in an organized and cherished collection, in a place of historic significance on the campus of Southern University at Shreveport. The museum curates exhibits and interactive displays, providing visitors with an engaging, immersive experience of the African American journey from the past to the present.
Hours:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 10 am – 5 pm
Wednesday - 10 am – 5 pm
Thursday - 10 am – 5 pm
Friday - 10 am – 12 pm
Saturday – Closed
Sunday: Closed
Address:
Southern University A&M at Shreveport
610 Texas Street, Suite 110
Shreveport, LA 71101
Website(s):
https://www.susla.edu/page/university-museum
Contact Information:
Eric Francis
Museum Coordinator
318.670.9631
efrancis@susla.edu
Southern University Museum of Art in Baton Rouge:
This museum is located in Baton Rouge, the state capital, and is a beacon of artistic expression and creativity. It houses an impressive collection of artworks, sculptures, and artifacts created by African American artists and other artists of African descent. The museum showcases the evolution of African American art, highlighting its contributions to the broader artistic landscape while promoting diversity and inclusivity in the art world.
Hours:
Monday - 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday - 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday - 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday - 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Friday - 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday – Closed
Sunday: Closed
Address:
Southern University at Baton Rouge
Martin L. Harvey Hall
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Website:
Contact:
Leon R. Tarver II Cultural and Heritage Center
Address:
Southern University at Baton Rouge
8320 G. Leon Netterville Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
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