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 A look back to life in the mid-1800s |
523 St. Ann St New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 568 6968 http://lsm.crt.state.la.us/sit... |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. You can find this historical landmark in the middle of the French Quarter on one of the city's busiest streets. It was designed by James Gallier Sr., whose Gallier House is also a historical landmark. Both the upper and lower areas are an excellent representation of life in New Orleans in the mid-1800s. The interior depicts the striking differences between the lifestyles of an upper-middle-class family and the servants who worked for them. This well-preserved townhouse is one of two historic structures formerly owned by Baroness Micaela Pontalba. There is a gift shop and bookstore on the first floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous House |
1113 Chartres Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States +1 504 523 7257 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Beauregard-Keyes House was built in 1826 by a wealthy New Orleans auctioneer. This "raised cottage" features Doric columns and handsome twin staircases, and was once home to General P.T.G. Beauregard who occupied the house with several members of his family from 1865 to 1867. From 1944 to 1970 it was the residence of novelist Frances Parkinson Keyes, who wrote a book about the General. Admission for adults is $5, seniors $4, children from 6-13 $2 and under 6 free entry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Favorite tour bus stop |
1 Palm Drive City Park New Orleans, LA 70130 United States |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Spanish Mission-style building was built in 1913 as a casino. This favorite stop for tour buses features a standard fare of Po'boys, hot dogs, and ice cream. There are other conveniences including restrooms and a playground. A nearby stage often features live music. The lagoon behind the Casino supplies paddleboats and canoes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular landmark home |
3029 St. Charles Ave New Orleans, LA 70115 United States +1 504 895 5493 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This is one of the most gracious and elegant homes in the Garden District. Built in 1869, it has played host to confederate President Jefferson Davis on a number of occasions. It boasts marble fireplaces and stained glass windows. Careful restoration has created a home of beauty making it more than suitable for the number of receptions held here. Call ahead to know more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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American Architecture of 1800's |
820 Saint Louis Street New Orleans, LA 70112 United States +1 504 525 5661 http://www.hgghh.org/ |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Hermann-Grima House is a historic home of a prosperous Creole family who enjoyed an exquisitely elegant lifestyle. Built in 1831, this beautiful Federal mansion has a rear gallery that overlooks a beautiful courtyard. The huge central hall and gracefully curved staircases give you the feel of the bygone Golden age of New Orleans. Original beds, antique furniture and other items displayed lets you take a peep into the daily life of American Creole families before the Civil war. Restored to its original splendor fastidiously, the huge mansion showcases American architecture of 1800's. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Architecture and art museum |
632 Dumaine Street New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 568 6968 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This is the only example of West Indian architecture combined with early Creole home design in the French Quarter. The building standing today was constructed in the late 1700s after the original burned. The name of the museum is taken from a French sea captain who bequeathed his estate to his mistress on his deathbed. In 1998, the structure underwent extensive restoration and is now open as a state museum featuring exhibits about architecture, restoration, and archaeological finds. The second floor features art exhibits. The place is closed to the public right now; please check website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant public library |
5120 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 United States +1 504 596 2625 |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. The Beaux Arts mansion was built in 1907. It was given to the city in 1948 by the Latter family and is now the most elegant public library in the Crescent City. It is one of the few mansions on Saint Charles Avenue that is open to the public. You can ride the Saint Charles streetcar to this historic landmark and take in other sights of interest and beauty as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Behind The Food |
4648 Lafaye Street New Orleans, LA 70122 United States +1 504 427 9595 http://www.noculinarytours.com |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. New Orleans Culinary History Tours puts into light what is part of the cultural heritage of New Orleans and to contributed to the evolution of the much talked about cuisine of the city. It takes you through some important historic landmarks that have contributed to the evolution of the much talked about cuisine of the city. Some of the places that are visited as part of the tour are Napoleon House and St. Louis Cathedral. Visitors get to listen to stories about the French Quarter, learn about historic cooking techniques and even about what was served in pre-Civil War time restaurants. This is a perfect pass-time for enthusiasts of history and food. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pitot House |
1440 Moss Street New Orleans, LA 70119 United States +1 504 482 0312 www.louisianalandmarks.org |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This typical West Indies-style plantation home, restored and furnished with early 19th century Louisiana and American antiques, dates back to 1799, when it became the home of James Pitot, the first mayor of incorporated New Orleans. It is near city park and is a short cab ride from The French Quarter. You may tour this historic New Orleans landmark. Admission for adults is USD5, children and students USD4, children under 8 free. Parties of 10 or more USD3 each. The last tour begins at 2:15p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Annual event |
826 St. Ann Street New Orleans, LA 70116 United States |
Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Celebrated since 1935, this annual, five-day event offers to anyone interested (or just a little curious), the opportunity to see the insides of the oldest and loveliest homes in the South. The event is usually held during April. Hostesses in antebellum dresses escort groups through private homes and provide historical information about each stately residence, including when they were built, who lived in them, and what action they may have seen. Other activities include balcony concerts in the French Quarter, a parade, and tours of plantation homes on River Road. Tours of the city cost around USD18. The next, that is the 72nd Annual Spring Fiesta is scheduled from March 28 - April 6, 2008. Review © 2007, Wcities |