Visit SUNOMA

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Building

Dear Visitors,

Welcome to the Southern University at New Orleans Museum of Art (SUNOMA). As an academic museum, we align our operations with the official breaks and closures of our parent institution, Southern University at New Orleans.

Please be aware that the university calendar may influence our schedule, and we appreciate your understanding and flexibility during these times.

For more information on SUNO’s academic calendar, visit the following link: https://www.suno.edu/page/academic-calendars

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to sharing enriching experiences with you at SUNOMA.

Museum Hours of Operations (Subject to Change)

Monday ......................... Closed

Tuesday ......................... 10 AM – 4 PM

Wednesday ..................... 10 AM – 4 PM

Thursday ........................ 10 AM – 8 PM

Friday ............................ 10 AM – 4 PM

Second Saturdays ............. 10 AM – 4 PM

Sunday ........................... Closed

Hours are subject to change. SUNOMA observes the University's official breaks and closures.

Special Evening and Weekend Hours*

In partnership with the College of Evenings and Weekends, SUNOMA is introducing 

Thursday Knights at SUNOMA -  evening museum hours

Second Saturdays -  free Saturday admission every Saturday of the month

These hours create expanded opportunities for student engagement, volunteer service, and community access.

*Hours are subject to change. SUNOMA observes the University's official breaks and closures.

Admission & Tickets

Current Special Exhibition Admission

From the Nile to the Mississippi: King Tutankhamun and the Giovanni Amin Collection

Registration Required for All Visitors

To visit From the Nile to the Mississippi: King Tutankhamun and the Giovanni
Amin Collection, all guests must register online before entering the exhibition.

Registration helps the museum:

• Manage visitor flow
• Maintain accurate attendance records
• Provide the best possible experience for guests

Registration includes ticket selection and payment when applicable. Even visitors who receive free admission must complete the online registration process.

Payment Information

Admission payments are processed during online registration.

SUNOMA strongly prefers credit or debit card payment through the online system. If you qualify for free admission (such as SUNO students, faculty, or staff), you must still register online to receive your admission.

Visitors may be asked to present their registration confirmation and SUNO ID upon arrival.

Visitor Check-In

Upon arrival, visitors should proceed to the SUNOMA front desk and present their
registration confirmation (digital or printed).

Our staff will:

1. Verify your registration
2. Provide directions to the exhibition
3. Answer any questions before your visit

For faster service, Pre-register for admission. Please scan/click the code below or visit:

foundation.sus.edu/visit-sunoma/

Group Visits

SUNOMA welcomes school, community, and university groups to engage with our collections. To ensure a meaningful and well-organized experience, all groups of 10 or more must register in advance.

Guided tours are available based on staff capacity, with self-guided visits encouraged when needed.

Registration Required

All groups of 10 or more must:

• Submit a visit request in advance at least 2 weeks in advance
• Schedule visits Tuesday–Friday and Second Saturdays during museum hours
• Receive a confirmation email

Requests are not confirmed until approved by a SUNOMA staff member.

Group Size

• Maximum of 25 visitors per group
• Larger groups must be divided into smaller groups

Age Guidance

• SUNOMA exhibitions are best suited for visitors ages 8 and older.
• Groups with children under 6 must receive prior approval
• Younger children are welcome with close supervision and caregiver discretion.

Chaperone Requirements 

• Grades K–4: 1 adult per 5 students
• Grades 5–12: 1 adult per 10 students. Chaperones must remain with students at all times. 

Walk-in Groups

Groups arriving without a confirmed booking:

• Are not guaranteed entry or guided tours
• May be asked to return at another time
• May be required to split into smaller groups

Shared Academic Space

SUNOMA is located within an active university building with classrooms and offices.

Visitors are expected to be respectful of the campus environment by:

• Maintaining appropriate noise levels 
• Moving through the campus and hallways in an orderly manner
• Being mindful of special spaces, such as plots by members of the Divine 9 fraternities and sororities
• Following all staff instructions 

Schedule a Group Visit

Step 1: Fill out the SUNOMA GROUP VISIT REQUEST FORM

Step 2: Once approved, register for group rate admission at www.foundation.sus.edu/school-and-group-visits-to-the-exhibit/

Parking and Directions

SUNOMA is located on the second floor of the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (AHSS) Building on the campus of Southern University at New Orleans, along SUNO Knights Drive.

Because campus wayfinding signage is limited, please follow the directions below carefully.

Map

The museum’s mailing address is 6400 SUNO Knights Drive, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113.

Southern University at New Orleans Museum of Art

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Building

Room 201

6400 Press Drive

New Orleans, LA 70113 USA

Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uuGKex19SWtRanZW8

Google Plus Code: 2XG4+J9 New Orleans, Louisiana

Download the campus map for more information.

https://www.suno.edu/page/maps-and-directions

Finding the Building (Important First Step)

The easiest way to locate SUNOMA is to navigate to the intersection of:

SUNO Knights Drive & Haynes Blvd

This intersection will bring you directly to the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (AHSS) Building, where SUNOMA is located.

Driving & Parking

• Free parking is available:
  • Along SUNO Knights Drive
  • In the shared parking lot at Wesley Barrow Stadium (located at SUNO Knights Drive & Haynes Blvd)

After parking, walk toward the AHSS Building.

Walking Directions (From Parking Areas)

_{Image: Driveway between the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Building (left) and the Knight's Castle (Gym) to the right. Visitors should start at the red point in the image and walk around the AHSS building to the building’s outdoor interior space (the Breezeway)}

1. Walk toward the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (AHSS) Building
2. Continue around the building—the museum entrance is not at the front
3. Follow the “S”-patterned SUNOMA logo pathway on the ground leading to the entrance
4. Enter the building’s outdoor interior space (the Breezeway)
5. Look for the double set of double doors
6. Once inside, proceed to the second floor to reach SUNOMA

Public Transportation

SUNOMA is accessible via the Regional Transit Authority (New Orleans) (RTA):

• Buses 55 and 57 stop at SUNO’s campus

From the bus stop:

• Walk towards the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences building from SUNO Knights Drive & Haynes Blvd
• Follow the walking directions above to reach the museum

Important Note About Entrance

_{Image: The Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Building outdoor interior space (the Breezeway).}

The entrance to SUNOMA is located in the Breezeway of the AHSS Building.

Visitors must:

• Walk around the building
• Enter through the outdoor interior breezeway
• Use the double doors marked by the SUNOMA pathway

Helpful Tip

Look for the SUNOMA “S” ground logo pathway—this will guide you directly to the correct entrance.