New Orleans Museum of Art announces 3 big gifts in 1 month By Associated Press Share: 3 Photos This photo provided by the New Orleans Museum of Art shows "Peking University, Beijing, China," 1991, by Lois Conner. The print is a gift from Cherye R. and James F. Pierce to the museum. (Courtesy of New Orleans Museum of Art via AP) Photo Gallery NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Museum of Art has announced a major gift to its photography department – the third such announcement this month. Collectors Cherye R. and James F. Pierce have given the museum more than 260 important photographs, a news release Thursday said.