NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Museum of Art said it is temporarily reducing visitation hours to help fight the spread of COVID-19. From Jan. 4 through March 3, the museum will now be closed Monday through Wednesday. NOMA will be open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. The Besthoff Sculpture Garden will remain open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. During this interim period, Louisiana residents will receive free museum admission on Thursdays, courtesy of the Helis Foundation.
“We are paying close attention to COVID-19 infection rates across our city and state. As per the medical and scientific experts, we are anticipating a spike in January and February following the holidays. NOMA will use this additional day of closure for sanitization protocols, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors and staff,” said Susan Taylor, Montine McDaniel Freeman Director of NOMA.
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