Oct
23
10:00 AM10:00
Events
Oct
24
7:00 PM19:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 24th
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Oct
27
11:00 AM11:00
Oct
30
7:00 PM19:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 30th 7pm
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Oct
30
9:00 PM21:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 30th 9pm
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Oct
31
7:00 PM19:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 31st 7pm
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Oct
31
9:00 PM21:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 31st 9pm
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Nov
4
6:00 PM18:00
Nov
5
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
18
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
3
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
18
10:00 AM10:00
Jan
7
10:00 AM10:00
Jan
22
10:00 AM10:00
Feb
11
10:00 AM10:00
Feb
26
10:00 AM10:00
Mar
11
10:00 AM10:00
Mar
26
10:00 AM10:00
Apr
8
10:00 AM10:00
Apr
23
10:00 AM10:00
Oct
17
7:00 PM19:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 17
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Oct
14
6:00 PM18:00
Oct
10
7:00 PM19:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 10th
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Oct
8
10:00 AM10:00
Oct
3
7:00 PM19:00
After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour at Gallier House - Oct 3r
Join us in the Gallier House transformed by loss and discover the fascinating traditions of Creole Death and Mourning!
Step into a solemn moment in time at the Gallier House, where this historic Victorian townhome is presented in mourning. Centered around the period following the unexpected loss of James Gallier, Jr., this tour reflects the experience of Mrs. Gallier as she navigates grief. For Creole Catholics in New Orleans, mourning rituals were a meaningful part of 19th-century life, honoring loved ones through tradition, remembrance, and daily practice. Explore how the Gallier household observed these customs and gain insight into the emotional and cultural landscape of loss in the Victorian era.
As you walk through Gallier House, you'll encounter a residence staged in mourning, from draped mirrors and mourning wreaths to "hair-work" jewlery that once shaped everyday mourning life. Through authentic furnishings, historical interpretation, and the true stories of the Gallier family, this immersive tour reveals how faith, family, and community guided people through life's most inevitable passage.
Learn about mourning etiquette, funeral traditions held within the home, mourning fashion and jewelry, the role of religion, and the realities of life and death in historic New Orleans during an era marked by epidemics and high mortality rates. You'll also gain insight into how the death of Mr. Gallier Jr. would have affected the people who lived and worked within the household, offering a deeper understanding of Creole culture and society.
This is not a ghost tour. Instead, it is a richly researched exploration of history, tradition, and the customs that defined one of New Orleans' most distinctive cultures.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of New Orleans traditions, or simply curious about the customs of another era, the After Dark: Creole Death & Mourning Tour offers a memorable and thought-provoking experience unlike any other.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Gallier House After-Dark staged as a 19th-century household in mourning.
Discover Creole Catholic funeral and mourning traditions.
Learn the meanings behind mourning dress, jewelry, flowers, and household customs.
Hear the real stories of the Gallier family and those connected to the home.
Experience one of New Orleans' most unique and historically immersive house tours.
After the tour, join us in the Gallier House courtyard for a complimentary libation and enjoy the ambiance of this historic setting while reflecting on the evening's experience.
Book now as this is our most popular tour and SELLS OUT FAST!
Can’t make this date work ? Don’t worry we are offering this beloved tour on October 3rd, 10th , 17th, 24th, two tours on the 30th, & two tours on the 31st ! Check out our Eventbrite for all available dates!
Sep
27
10:30 AM10:30
Sep
23
6:00 PM18:00
Hermann-Grima After-Hours!
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses is overjoyed to introduce our Historic Houses After-Hours!
An Evening at the Museum: After-Hours Tour & Libations
Join us on Wednesday, September 23rd at Hermann-Grima Historic House for a special after-hours experience you won't want to miss!
Step inside the museum after the doors have closed for an exclusive guided tour, where you'll explore our historic spaces in a way that most visitors never get to experience. Since we rarely offer after-hours tours, this is a unique opportunity to see the museum in a whole new light.
Your ticket includes:
A guided after-hours tour
One complimentary drink
Time to relax and enjoy libations in our beautiful courtyard
Come sip, explore, and experience history after hours, we can't wait to welcome you!
Sep
9
6:00 PM18:00
Gallier Gatherings: Gilded Age New Orleans: Crescent City Connections to Latin America
Join Dr. Michael Shane Powers with an in-person conversation on the Gilded Age of New Orleans and its numerous connections to Latin America!
About this Event:
Come sip wine and learn a bit with ! New Orleans has long been a city defined by its diversity and ties to the wider world. This was especially true in the decades following the Civil War. During the Gilded Age, the Crescent City hosted a major world's fair and increased its international trade all while working class and non-white New Orleanians played a large role in the city's evolving political and cultural fabric. Dr. Powers' talk will pay particular attention to Latin America as a means to explore how the late 19th century shaped the New Orleans of today.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Powers earned his B.A. from the University of Florida in 2010, Masters at Clemson University in 2012, and PhD from the University of Arkansas in 2018.
Dr. Powers is an Associate Professor of History at Angelo State University in West Texas, where he has taught since 2019. From Antebellum America to The Gilded Age and Progressive Era, his classes focus on the 19th century U.S. South and its reciprocal links to global affairs, especially Latin America. Dr. Powers has received numerous fellowships, including from Tulane and the Smithsonian, and has published a chapter in an edited collection from LSU Press as well as an article in the Louisiana History journal.
Sep
2
10:00 AM10:00
Aug
26
6:00 PM18:00
Hermann-Grima After-Hours!
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses is overjoyed to introduce our Historic Houses After-Hours!
An Evening at the Museum: After-Hours Tour & Libations
Join us on Wednesday, August 26 at Hermann-Grima Historic House for a special after-hours experience you won't want to miss!
Step inside the museum after the doors have closed for an exclusive guided tour, where you'll explore our historic spaces in a way that most visitors never get to experience. Since we rarely offer after-hours tours, this is a unique opportunity to see the museum in a whole new light.
Your ticket includes:
A guided after-hours tour
One complimentary drink
Time to relax and enjoy libations in our beautiful courtyard
In celebration of New Orleans Museum Month, members of participating museums and our membership receive $5 off admission.
Come sip, explore, and experience history after hours, we can't wait to welcome you!
Aug
19
7:00 PM19:00
Gallier After-Hours!
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses is overjoyed to introduce our Historic Houses After-Hours!
An Evening at the Museum: After-Hours Tour & Libations
Join us on Wednesday, August 19 at Gallier Historic House for a special after-hours experience you won't want to miss!
Step inside the museum after the doors have closed for an exclusive guided tour, where you'll explore our historic spaces in a way that most visitors never get to experience. Since we rarely offer after-hours tours, this is a unique opportunity to see the museum in a whole new light.
Your ticket includes:
A guided after-hours tour
One complimentary drink
Time to relax and enjoy libations in our beautiful courtyard
In celebration of New Orleans Museum Month, members of participating museums and our membership receive $5 off admission.
Come sip, explore, and experience history after hours, we can't wait to welcome you!
Aug
12
6:00 PM18:00
Gallier Gatherings Book Club: Lady Editor
Join us for an evening of conversation and wine in-person at Gallier House!
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses (HGGHH) is excited to host an evening of conversation and wine as part of our Gallier Gathering series! At our August 12th event, registered guests will meet to discuss the 2021 book, Lady Editor: Sarah Josepha Hale and the Making of the Modern American Woman, by Melanie Kirkpatrick.
We have limited copies of the book to offer at a discounted rate for registrants. Just purchase an “Admission + Book” ticket. You will be contacted by an HGGHH staff member with instructions on when and where you can pick up your book.
The discussion will be led by HGGHH Curator Katie Burlison.
For more information about Lady Editor: Sarah Josepha Hale and the Making of the Modern American Woman, please visit: https://www.encounterbooks.com/books/lady-editor/
Jul
27
to Jul 31
Courtyard Camp: A Week in Nineteenth Century New Orleans Week 3
Step back in time at Courtyard Camp hosted at Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses, a one-of-a-kind summer experience set on two National Historic Landmark properties in the heart of the French Quarter.
Jul
8
6:00 PM18:00
From Cuba to Creole: The Lacroix Household and Creole Identity in 19th-Century New Orleans
About this Event:
Join us for a virtual Gallier Gatherings Book Club discussion with author and historian Dr. Andrew N. Wegmann, PhD, as we explore From Cuba to Creole: The Lacroix Household and Creole Identity in 19th-Century New Orleans.
Discover the fascinating story of François Lacroix—a Cuban-born luxury tailor who became a prominent figure in New Orleans' Creole of color community. Through his remarkable life, we'll examine how identity, family, culture, and belonging helped shape Creole New Orleans in the decades before the Civil War.
This event is free to attend, though donations are always appreciated. We hope you'll join us for an engaging conversation about history, community, and the people who helped define our city's unique cultural heritage.
Jul
2
4:00 PM16:00
French Quarter Museum Night at Hermann-Grima Historic House & Courtyard!
FREE: Join us at Hermann-Grima Historic House for FQMA Museum Night from 4-7pm!
Explore the first floor of this historic French Quarter home during a special open house, where knowledgeable docents will be stationed throughout the house to answer questions and share stories about its rich history. Guests can enjoy complimentary beer and wine while experiencing authentic historic food prepared by Educated Palate's Nora Wetzel in our open-hearth kitchen. A continuous slideshow will showcase our educational programs, preservation efforts, and upcoming opportunities in our back gallery while The Exchange Shop will be open for browsing and shopping. Enjoy music in the courtyard and spend an evening discovering all that Hermann-Grima House has to offer!
Jun
15
to Jun 19
Courtyard Camp: A Week in Nineteenth Century New Orleans Week 1
Step back in time at Courtyard Camp hosted at Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses, a one-of-a-kind summer experience set on two National Historic Landmark properties in the heart of the French Quarter.
Jun
13
1:30 PM13:30
Vive Lafayette! Members’ Night!
HGGHH, in partnership with The American Friends of Lafayette, warmly welcomes you to an America 250 event on June 13th for an evening of cocktails and sweets in the Hermann-Grima Courtyard.
Meet professional reenactors in full costume of the Marquis de Lafayette, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington including Q&A and Photo Opps. Also enjoy a donation cash bar, open house, shopping at the Exchange Shop and an evening with friends under the stars.
We look forward to a night of history, friendship, and celebration in true Lafayette spirit. Vive Lafayette, HGGHH & America 250!
Jun
10
6:00 PM18:00
Gallier Gathering: Muddy connections: levees, drainage and environmental justice in Louisiana
About this Event:
In this talk, Ned Randolph will discuss his recent book, titled Muddy Thinking in the Mississippi River Delta: A Call for Reclamation (2024). In this book, Randolph tells the story of Mississippi mud to answer a deceptively simple question: How can a place uniquely vulnerable to sea level rise be one of the nation’s most promiscuous producers of fossil fuels? Blending political ecology, history, and environmental justice, the book examines how river engineering, plantation agriculture, and urban drainage carried out in the name of social progress accelerated environmental and racial exploitation still playing out today. Rejecting technocratic fixes to climate solutions, Muddy Thinking instead calls upon our dirty, shared histories to address urgent questions of mutual survival and care in a rapidly changing world.
About this Speaker:
Ned Randolph investigates the intersection of economic justice and the environment in the Gulf South. A Louisiana native, Ned graduated from Tulane University and received his Ph.D. in Communication from the University of California San Diego. A former newspaper reporter and head writer for Mayor Marc Morial’s Office of Communications, he received master’s degrees in journalism from University of California Berkeley and in creative writing from Eastern Michigan University. Currently, he serves as Climate Policy Fellow at Invest in Louisiana, where he advocates for equitable fiscal and social policies amidst dramatic shifts in federal climate priorities. In addition to teaching, he is anticipating the publication of his second book, entitled A State of Energy, with LSU Press in the Spring 2027.
May
25
10:00 AM10:00
May
13
6:00 PM18:00
Gallier Gatherings Book Club: Spanish Louisiana: Contest for Borderlands, 1763-1803
Join us for an evening of conversation and wine in-person at Gallier House!
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses (HGGHH) is delighted to invite you to a special evening of conversation, wine, and history as part of our Gallier Gathering series!
May
13
11:00 AM11:00
May
3
11:00 AM11:00
May
2
11:00 AM11:00
May
1
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
30
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
26
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
25
1:00 PM13:00
LAST Open-Hearth Cooking Workshop of the Season!
Learn the basics of open-hearth cooking in a hands-on cooking workshop!
Apr
25
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
24
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
23
11:00 AM11:00