Noguchi’s Mississippi Fountain Moves to NOMA | New Orleans News

A monumental gift from the Besthoff family is set to transform New Orleans’ cultural scene: a 40-ton Isamu Noguchi masterpiece, Mississippi Fountain, will soon grace the front of the New Orleans Museum of Art. Originally installed in K&B Plaza decades ago, this towering 18-foot sculpture—born in the 1960s and designed for its original spot—is being relocated this fall to become a new landmark. Celebrating Sydney Besthoff III’s legacy and his foundational role in NOMA’s acclaimed sculpture garden, the donation honors his passion for large-scale art while ensuring public access to this iconic piece. With careful planning underway, the fountain’s arrival this autumn promises to elevate the museum’s presence and cement its place as a lasting symbol of New Orleans’ artistic soul. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/66b137ee04cdc34b