A Studio In the Woods
A program of Tulane University.
The grounds of A Studio in the Woods are presented to the resident artist in their most pristine condition. The founders have intruded as little as possible to respectfully create spaces for living, making, presenting, writing and contemplating. Stressful noise and distraction are at a minimum though our 7.66 acres of bottomland hardwood forest are within the city limits of New Orleans and on the banks of one of the greatest waterways in the world. There are spots to sit and contemplate near soil upon which a human foot has not trod for more than 30 years. Animals and plants have been likewise respected. Should this respect be maintained for the next 50 to 75 years, this forest will have regained its original state. It is our firm purpose that this state will be achieved.
Upcoming Shows
11am-5pm | 15th Annual family-friendly FORESTival: A Celebration of Art and Nature. Set in the lush bottomland hardwood forest of A Studio in the Woods, FORESTival expects to welcome over 1,000 guests. Arts and nature come together during this unique event featuring local artists, musicians, scientists, and food.
FORESTival supports A Studio in the Woods’ unique programming that is dedicated to forest preservation, science-inspired art engagement, and providing a peaceful retreat for artists and scholars who are tackling the challenging issues of our time with power and imagination.
Musical performances by Leyla McCalla, Casa Samba, Big Chief Juan Pardo & The Golden Comanches, Creole Cutie BabyDolls, and Andrina Turenne. Artistic presentations by resident and guest artists including Ifátùmínínú Bamgbàlà Arẹ̀sà, Trinity City Comics, Issy Manley, Gregory Swafford, Hali Dardar, Miss Pussycat, Asante Salaam, RE(ad) TREAT, and ricRACK fabrics. The Green House highlights climate education and action with Rise St. James, Culture of Cleanliness, and other frontline organizations. Enjoy art activities for kids and kids-at-heart, including festival favorite Build a Clay Forest, Gunderson Lab Lizards, and DIY Pet Petri Dishes with Laney Tellegen. Plus walks in the woods with Tulane University scientists!
Food and drink by Crescent City Burgers, Eli's Kitchen, Big O’s Pops, and Saved by the Juice.
