Exhibition Information
Exhibition Title:
From the Nile to the Mississippi: King Tutankhamun and the Giovanni Amin Collection
Exhibition Dates:
February 23, 2026 – February 26, 2027*
*Possible extension until July 2027
Exhibition Description:
From the Nile to the Mississippi: King Tutankhamun and the Giovanni Amin Collection is the first Egyptian commissioned replica exhibition of its kind at an HBCU, brought to life through the lens of New Orleans’ cultural memory. This exhibition explores ancient Egyptian history and material culture through high-quality replicas of objects associated with the tomb of King Tutankhamun and ancient Egypt overall with connection to SUNOMA’s African art collections.
Museum Days & Hours
Regular Hours
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Second Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (TBD)
Second Saturday Openings (Monthly and Free with Suggested Donation):
- March 14, 2026*
- April 11, 2026* – TBD due to Gala
- May 9, 2026
- June 13, 2026
- July 11, 2026
- August 8, 2026
- September 12, 2026
- October 10, 2026
- November 14, 2026
*Date subject to coordination with campus calendar.
Special Note:
SUNOMA is introducing “Thursday Knights at SUNOMA,” evening museum hours in partnership with the College of Evenings and Weekends, creating expanded opportunities for student engagement, volunteer service, and community access.
Special Exhibition Admission
Note: SUNOMA remains free to the public year-round. This special exhibition includes a temporary admission fee to help support loan costs, exhibition production, and educational programming.
All proceeds directly support SUNOMA and our students.
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
|
SUNO Students (with ID) |
FREE |
|
SUNO Faculty & Staff |
FREE |
|
Children under 12 |
FREE |
|
General Adults |
$10 |
|
Students (13 and up, Non-SUNO with ID) |
$7 |
(Advance scheduling required)
- Guided Tour Add-On – $50 docent fee
Admission Notice for Special Exhibition
SUNOMA is proud to remain a free museum for students and the university community year-round.
From the Nile to the Mississippi: Exploring Ancient Egypt from the Giovanni Amin Collection is a special loan exhibition that includes rare objects and museum-quality reproductions from a private collection. To responsibly host this exhibition—including loan expenses, insurance, installation, and educational programming—a temporary admission fee has been implemented for the general public.
All proceeds from this exhibition directly support:
- Exhibition production and object care
- Student employment and docent training
- Public programming and educational materials
- The long-term sustainability of SUNOMA
We remain committed to accessibility. SUNO students, faculty, and staff receive free admission, and children under 12 are always free.
Thank you for supporting SUNOMA and helping us bring world history to New Orleans.
Registration Required for All Visitors
To visit From the Nile to the Mississippi: King Tutankhamun and the Giovanni
Amin Collection, all guests must register online before entering the exhibition.
Registration helps the museum:
- Manage visitor flow
- Maintain accurate attendance records
- Provide the best possible experience for guests
Registration includes ticket selection and payment when applicable. Even visitors who receive free admission must complete the online registration process.
Payment Information
Admission payments are processed during online registration.
SUNOMA strongly prefers credit or debit card payment through the online system. If you qualify for free admission (such as SUNO students, faculty, or staff), you must still register online to receive your admission.
Visitors may be asked to present their registration confirmation and SUNO ID upon arrival.
Visitor Check-In
Upon arrival, visitors should proceed to the SUNOMA front desk and present their
registration confirmation (digital or printed).
Our staff will:
- Verify your registration
- Provide directions to the exhibition
- Answer any questions before your visit