For twenty five years, Stella Jones Gallery has played a pivotal role in highlighting the historical relevance of Black Art.  Stella Jones, a black female owner, considers the gallery a “unicorn in the art gallery market,” showcasing local artists of color alongside masters in a downtown venue.  The gallery has remained committed from the beginning, to educating collectors, museums and the community on the political, social and economic impact of Black Artists and their art work. The gallery has become an important vehicle by which the black perspective is continuously presented.

With a diverse clientele, Stella Jones Gallery has gradually become one of the most respected African American fine art galleries in the country. In 2018, the gallery was one of six businesses to receive a Downtown NOLA award which recognized exceptional accomplishments of downtown businesses and residents. In 2017, the gallery was listed as a Cultural Landmark by The Drum newspaper, Baton Rouge, and declared by Thrillist as one of the four spots that have transformed the Arts District into NOLA’s hottest neighborhood. In 2020 Stella Jones Gallery was honored to be placed on Beyonce’s list of Black Owned Businesses.