Free Family Day at Historic New Orleans Collection Celebrates Civil Rights Legacy

NEW ORLEANS (press release) – On Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., The Historic New Orleans Collection (HNOC) will host Family Day: The Trail They Blazed at 520 Royal St., celebrating its exhibition about the Civil Rights Movement in New Orleans.

Presented in collaboration with Young Audiences of Louisiana (YALA), this free event invites museum lovers of all ages to explore the city’s powerful civil rights history through:

  • Live music and story times
  • Hands-on creative activities for children and families
  • Gallery talks from exhibition curators
  • Special guest appearances and surprises

Whether you’re a lifelong New Orleanian or a first-time visitor, Family Day: The Trail They Blazed offers a unique opportunity to connect with local history in an interactive and inspiring way.

Admission is free and open to the public, with registration encouraged.

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More details and registration: https://hnoc.org/events/family-day-the-trail-they-blazed

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