Ashé Cultural Arts Center is an arts and cultural space at 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in New Orleans. Its exhibitions and events center African American and African diaspora experiences, with work by creatives from varied backgrounds. You can browse locally made art and clothing, with purchases supporting local artists. The center also provides space for creativity, entrepreneurship, healing practices and social justice advocacy. Visit Tuesday through Saturday; check its website for current events and details before you go.
Art and community at Ashé
Ashé Cultural Arts Center brings art, events and community activity together in New Orleans. Its work focuses on African American and African diaspora experiences, and the space gives creatives from varied backgrounds a place to share their work.
Exhibitions reflect the center’s cultural focus. Locally made art and clothing are also available to buy, giving you a way to support artists while browsing.
Events and visiting
The center is used for creative work, entrepreneurship, healing practices, corporate activity and social justice advocacy. The range of uses means the spaces available can depend on what is happening there, so check the center’s website before visiting.
Special events may take place in November. Summer camp schedules can affect access to areas of the center, so ask ahead if seeing the full space is important to your visit.
FAQ
Where is Ashé Cultural Arts Center?
It is at 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in New Orleans, Louisiana.
What can I see at Ashé Cultural Arts Center?
The center has exhibitions and events focused on African American and African diaspora experiences, with work by creatives from varied backgrounds.
Can I buy art at the center?
Locally made artwork and clothing are available for purchase.
When is Ashé Cultural Arts Center open?
It is open Tuesday through Saturday and closed Monday and Sunday. Check its website for current details before your visit.
