Culture & Cocktails: An Insider’s Perspective into Jazz Photographer Herman Leonard with Jenny Bagar
Schedule
Thu May 07 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
Location
925 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70130 | New Orleans, LA
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Join us for Culture & Cocktails, Ogden Museum’s evening series celebrating art, ideas and conversation. This evening features Bradley Sumrall, Curator of the Collection, in conversation with Jenny Bagart, former business and archive manager to the legendary jazz photographer Herman Leonard.Begin your night with a private tour of "Herman Leonard: Images of Jazz" presented by The Helis Foundation, with Bradley Sumrall, while enjoying a signature cocktail inspired by its themes. Following the tour, Bagert will share an insider’s perspective on what makes this collection of photographs so distinctive. Having managed Leonard’s archive for a decade and counted him as a friend, Bagert offers a rare, firsthand view of his work and creative process—including his approaches to lighting, shooting and printing. She will also reflect on what made him one of the most memorable people in the room and what set him apart as both a person and an artist.
What to Expect:
Start with an exclusive after-hours viewing of a featured exhibit
Enjoy one complementary beverage included with registration (signature cocktail, mocktail, wine and beer available)
Engage in a dynamic conversation with curators and special guests, delving into artistic styles, traditions, techniques and the rich stories behind the work
$20 members / $25 not-yet-members
To learn more and register, visit https://bit.ly/4mctlWT
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