In a time of doom and gloom in our city, we need to celebrate the joy that makes up New Orleans. That’s why one immersive new pop up in the city is opening at the perfect time.
Welcome to JAMNOLA, a 5,400-square-feet of pure NOLA joy, celebrating the iconic art, music, food, and theatrics of the city through the eyes of 20 local lead artists.
This passion project was founded by Jonny Liss and Chad Smith in creative partnership with Where Y’Art, a New Orleans-based artist collective that served as curator, artistic director and creative partner of the experience. Local legend George Porter, Jr. curated the music. A percentage of JAMNOLA’s proceeds will be donated back to New Orleans charity partners Trombone Shorty Foundation and Feed the
Second Line.
What exactly is JAMNOLA?
Blinged-out umbrellas, giant crawfish, feather chandeliers, a sequined gator, and a virtual costume closet—these are just a few of the quirky, unexpected, interactive exhibits guests will soon be able to explore at JAMNOLA™, New Orleans’ first experiential pop-up that takes audiences of all ages on a topsy-turvy stroll through the cultural gems that make the city so special. New Orleans is arguably the city in the U.S. most associated with joy, art, and music, which was the catalyst for two local Bywater residents to team up with Where Y’Art to create their love letter to New Orleans: JAMNOLA (Joy-Art-Music New Orleans). JAMNOLA’s exhibits will adhere to and go beyond all local and state health and safety guidelines.
JAMNOLA features 12 rooms for guests to explore. Most rooms feature photo opportunities, encouraging guests to share their experiences with friends on social media.
“We wanted to create a tribute to the city’s people and invest in the culture. Teaming with Where Y’Art is what made it come together. JAMNOLA is a love letter to New Orleans—her joy, her beauty and grit, her resilience. We can’t wait to share it with tourists and especially locals. The experience is really indescribable.” – Jonny Liss, JAMNOLA co-founder.
Scheduling out your JAM visit
Admission will initially be limited to semi-private and private tours. The exhibits have been redesigned to limit contact without losing their original immersive and experiential moments. Learn more about JAMNOLA’s health and safety commitment.
Tickets are $29.00 and can be purchased online at JAMNOLA.com for tours starting August 1st with special discounts available to Students, Military, and Orleans Parish residents on Mondays and Wednesdays. Starting August 1st, JAMNOLA’s hours of operation are Sunday-Monday and Wednesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; closed on Tuesdays. This fantastical guided storyteller experience takes approximately 60 minutes to complete
20 photos & videos that show the immersive experience of JAM
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