Though some thermometers read 99 degrees on Aug. 5, there was no stopping the art-loving crowd from attending Fidelity Bank White Linen Night.
This artful block party, which takes over Julia Street and surrounding areas in the Arts District of New Orleans (ADNO), saw 20-plus galleries and arts institutions open their doors to showcase a variety of artists and genres.
In addition to the art there were culinary offerings from 10 food trucks, performances by Love Your Own Noise (LYON) + Primus Roman, DJ Mig and JetSet + Fùnke. There was an Arts District Scavenger Hunt provided by Let’s Roam App with a Grand Prize of a weekend in the Arts District and a giveaway interactive “Coloring Book Garden” and LUNA Fête 10th Anniversary teaser by Arts New Orleans — and a much-appreciated Cool Down Lounge. The After Party was at the CAC, where DJ Legatron Prime performed.
“White Linen Night has been part of the Arts District calendar for 29 years. We are grateful for our continued partnership with Fidelity Bank, as well as renewed relationships with our many other regular sponsors,” said Leslie-Claire Spillman, co-owner and director of Spillman | Blackwell Fine Art and president of the ADNO, the latter of which this event benefits.
Fidelity Bank also hosted a VIP part at the Renaissance Arts Hotel, which has a lobby adorned by sculpture, paintings and more by artists.
“Fidelity Bank is proud to once again support White Linen Night and the vibrant art district of New Orleans,” said Chris Ferris, president and CEO of Fidelity Bank. “We are committed to investing in the cultural and economic development of our community, and we believe that supporting local artists and businesses is essential to the continued growth and success of our city.”
Anne Ferris, Chris Ferris
Don Borne, Michael LeBreton, Kati LeBreton, Tammy O’Shea
Richard Roth, Leigh Anne Henican, Joe Henican, Mary Martin Roth
Cherie Kay, Joey LaRocca, Amy Jeanes, Paul Dorsey
Mayra Pineda, Raiza Pitre
