Follow Scrim Down Canal Street: New Public Art Exhibit Debuts in New Orleans
Starting Saturday, May 17, Celebrate Canal! invites locals and visitors to explore “Windows on Canal,” a playful new art installation transforming Canal Street into an open-air gallery. The interactive exhibit runs through July 6 and follows Scrim, the famous runaway pup from New Orleans, on a colorful journey through the heart of New Orleans.
Scrim’s story unfolds in a series of enchanting window displays installed at historic businesses and landmarks along Canal Street. At each stop, he meets a new animal friend who helps share the history and culture of the city. The installation, themed Canal Street Menagerie, brings together visual storytelling, local artistry, and an audio journey narrated by New Orleans music legend Ivan Neville.
“Our inaugural installation is a playful and vibrant celebration of the unique spirit and rich history that lives within Canal Street’s legendary buildings,” says Celebrate Canal! Founder and CEO, Sandra Herman. “We’re inviting everyone—all New Orleanians near and far—to embark on a delightful journey of discovery.”
Families can kick off the experience during the free Children’s Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Check-in begins at Canal Place, where children will receive a goodie bag, scavenger hunt supplies, and a map to track Scrim’s route across the installations. Discounted parking is available, and families can register at celebratecanal.com/events.