Exhibits
Every two to three months, the Noel Collection puts up a new exhibition of its materials. These exhibits are meant to introduce viewers to the wide range of subjects covered by the collection and thereby incite further study. We will announce new exhibits both here and on our social media outlets.
Exploration of the New World
Current Exhibit
January 11, 2024 – April 10, 2024
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The ancient culture and intriguing history of Central and South America are on display in the Noel Collection with materials from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Come explore the mysterious, ancient rituals of the Pre-Columbian Mayans of Mexico and the Incas of Peru. Experience their first encounters with European colonization with original maps and first-hand accounts. Be amazed at the advancements in architecture, science, and community development, as you marvel at the natural beauty of the region.
January 11, 2024 – April 10, 2024
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The ancient culture and intriguing history of Central and South America are on display in the Noel Collection with materials from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Come explore the mysterious, ancient rituals of the Pre-Columbian Mayans of Mexico and the Incas of Peru. Experience their first encounters with European colonization with original maps and first-hand accounts. Be amazed at the advancements in architecture, science, and community development, as you marvel at the natural beauty of the region.
Previous Exhibits
In Pursuit of Wild Game
Tour of Scotland
From Homer to E.E. Cummings: Poetry in the Noel Collection
Transportation From Here to There
Amusements and Musings
Revolution Revisited: An American Revolution Exhibit
Ethnobotany: The Influences & Delights of Botanicals
Egyptomania: Modern Fascination with Ancient Egypt
Through Sea and Ice: Oceanic Exploration
Cartographic Curiosities
Beyond the Text: A History of Books
Unseen Forces: The Magic and Science of the Occult
Napoleon: His Life, His Time, His Battles
Nature Takes Flight: Winged Creatures, Real and Imaginary
Pentameters and Prosodies: Poetry across Periods and Places
"Give Me Liberty": The American Pursuit of Independence
The War to End All Wars: The First World War and its Lasting Legacy
The Young and the Restless: Literature for the Art of Growing Up
Let’s Play! : Sports and Pastimes through the Ages
Pioneering America
The Great Catch: An Exploration of Hunting and Fishing
"Wish You Were Here..." : Travels Around the World
Ready, Aim, Fire: Weaponry in Military and Civilian Life
The Magic and Wonder of Childhood
Handmade & Handwritten
Fun in the Sun: Summer Activities and Adventures
'Well-Behaved Women Seldom Make History:'* The Feats and Exploits of Women
The Price of Freedom: The Revolutionary Era in America and France
Whimsical Wonders: Toys, Games, and Other Amusements from the Past
The Treasures of the Northwest Louisiana Archives and the James Smith Noel Collection
Nature's Beauty: Exploring Plants and Flowers and Their Uses
The Art of Love
Festivities and Rituals through the Ages
The Battle of New Orleans
Tour of Scotland
From Homer to E.E. Cummings: Poetry in the Noel Collection
Transportation From Here to There
Amusements and Musings
Revolution Revisited: An American Revolution Exhibit
Ethnobotany: The Influences & Delights of Botanicals
Egyptomania: Modern Fascination with Ancient Egypt
Through Sea and Ice: Oceanic Exploration
Cartographic Curiosities
Beyond the Text: A History of Books
Unseen Forces: The Magic and Science of the Occult
Napoleon: His Life, His Time, His Battles
Nature Takes Flight: Winged Creatures, Real and Imaginary
Pentameters and Prosodies: Poetry across Periods and Places
"Give Me Liberty": The American Pursuit of Independence
The War to End All Wars: The First World War and its Lasting Legacy
The Young and the Restless: Literature for the Art of Growing Up
Let’s Play! : Sports and Pastimes through the Ages
Pioneering America
The Great Catch: An Exploration of Hunting and Fishing
"Wish You Were Here..." : Travels Around the World
Ready, Aim, Fire: Weaponry in Military and Civilian Life
The Magic and Wonder of Childhood
Handmade & Handwritten
Fun in the Sun: Summer Activities and Adventures
'Well-Behaved Women Seldom Make History:'* The Feats and Exploits of Women
The Price of Freedom: The Revolutionary Era in America and France
Whimsical Wonders: Toys, Games, and Other Amusements from the Past
The Treasures of the Northwest Louisiana Archives and the James Smith Noel Collection
Nature's Beauty: Exploring Plants and Flowers and Their Uses
The Art of Love
Festivities and Rituals through the Ages
The Battle of New Orleans