As New Orleans continues to live within the limitations of Phase One of reopening the city, local organizations are likewise adapting to the slow process. The Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) has announced it will host a limited reopening from June 1 through June 14.

CAC’s galleries will be open to the public but will adhere to safety guidelines as mandated by the State of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans. The museum will only allow a 25% capacity limit to visitors and tickets will only be available for purchase online and in advance. Additionally, social-distancing measures and masks will be required in the galleries.

“Our staff has been working diligently to open safely based on public health guidelines and to advance our belief that Art is Essential and Art Makes Us Resilient”, states George Scheer, Executive Director of the CAC. “These exhibitions are not to be missed. We invite our community to come together at a social distance and join the CAC in leading the cultural recovery of New Orleans.”

During the two weeks of the limited re-opening, visitors will have a chance to see the exhibits CAC has on view: Mickalene Thomas: Femmes Noires and Meg Turner: Here and Now. On June 15, CAC will close temporarily in preparation for the 2020 Open Call Exhibition, titled Make America What America Must Become. That exhibit will premiere on September 18.

For more information about the Contemporary Arts Center, including revised hours of operation and tickets, click here.