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Current & Upcoming Events

We present public programs, open studios, and exhibitions at the Foundation in New York and the Joan Mitchell Center in New Orleans. We also partner with other institutions on events related to our programs and community of artists.

4 people of various age and appearance gather around a work table covered with colorful abstract artworks on paper and fabric..

New Orleans, Louisiana

Community Coffee

March 4, 2026
Joan Mitchell Center

In front of a studio wall with 3 elaborate feathered and beaded costumes, 3 people visit Denice who stands at center,at center, a Black woman with short black hair.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Open Studios

May 1, 2026
Joan Mitchell Center

During an Open Studios evening event, several people stand and work in an art studio, surrounded by large abstract paintings, art supplies, and a ladder.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Open Studios

July 24, 2026
Joan Mitchell Center

Soraya, with medium dark skin wearing a fuschia dress over a short sleeved patterned tshirt with a royal blue baseball hat, points to a detail of a multicolor abstract work with several guests looking on.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Community Coffee

October 14, 2026
Joan Mitchell Center

In a white walled studio hang three large vertical photographs of two dreamy seaside landscapes, and an aerial view of green mountains. Facing the artwork are two people: one has medium dark skin and wears a blue dress and wedge sandals, and the other has light skin, wears a white button up, jeans and running shoes.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Open Studios

December 11, 2026
Joan Mitchell Center