Historic Houses Society 2026

The Historic Houses Society (HHS) Gala is our annual celebration honoring the generous members whose support sustains the Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses.  As a benefit of Historic Houses Society Membership, beginning at $1,000 annually, this special evening serves as our way of thanking those who help preserve New Orleans' architectural and cultural legacy.

This year's HHS Gala will take place on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the remarkable Briggs-Staub House, an elegant residence built in 1849 by renowned architect James Gallier Sr., father of James Gallier Jr., architect of Gallier House. Today, this extraordinary historic home is the private residence of our gracious hosts, Louise and Craig Ripley, who have generously opened their home for this memorable evening. 

We are honored and excited to recognize Harriet "Muffin" Balart as our Distinguished Honorary Chair for her many years of commitment to the mission of HGGHH and the preservation of New Orleans history! This years event is graciously chaired by Susan Clasen, Marian DeMeyers and Holt Kolb. 

Together, we are preserving the places, stories, and architectural treasures that define our city's rich heritage, ensuring they continue to educate, inspire, and welcome future generations.

2026 Membership

Heritage Circle

Harriet “Muffin ” Balart ~ Celeste & Curtis Eustis ~ Susan & Jimmy Gundlach ~ Joanie & Jim Huger

Preservation Circle

Kate & Etienne Balart ~ Carole & Bill Banta ~ Danielle & Mike Batten ~ Valerie Besthoff ~ Kathlyn & Beau Bethune ~ Amber & Josh Beezley ~ Sallee Benjamin ~ Deana & Larry Blackburn ~ Kathryn Brennan McLeod ~ Caitlin & Hyder Brewster ~ Shannon Brice ~ Caroline & Bob Brickman ~ Elizabeth & Peyton Bush ~ Marie & James Chan ~ Keith Carroll ~ Mary Cavanaugh ~ Ethel Bush Clay ~ Susan & Craig Clasen ~ Lacey Conway ~ Lorraine & Neil Crawford ~ Margaret & Morgan Cross ~ Carter & Chris Dawson ~ Marian & Matthew DeMeyers ~ Ellie Dupuy & Jean Paul Lagarde ~ Janet & Stanwood Duval ~ Sarah & Eric Ehrensing ~ Karen & Perry Eastman ~ Erika & Ted Elliot ~ Beth & Cliff Favrot ~ Janet & Thomas Favrot ~ Carolyn & Brian Fitzpatrick ~ Lauren & Bryan Fitzpatrick ~ Donna & Paul Flower ~ Tina Freeman & Philip Woolam ~ Morgan & Michael Griffith ~ Holly & John Gordon ~ Ashley & Pablo Gonzalez ~ Daniel Hammer ~ Hancock Whitney ~ Dana Hansel ~ Stacy & Jeremy Head ~ Katherine Hovas ~ Nell Howcott ~ Thomas Jayne & Rick Ellis ~ Susan R. Johnson ~ Mary & Eddy Johnson ~ Holt & Gordon Kolb, Jr. ~ Catherine & Jason Kuuskraa ~ Mary Lucy & David Lane ~ Nell Lanier ~ Marley & Michael LeBourgeois ~ Robert Leeper ~ Susan & Don Maclay ~ Andrea & Mark Mahfouz ~ Sarah Martzolf & David Jackson ~ Blanche Dee McCloskey ~ Marion Cage McCollam~ Anne Balart Michaels ~ Molly Mitchell ~ Kristin & Brian Moore ~ M. Christian Mounger ~ Elizabeth Nalty ~ Merisa & Ryan Pasternak ~ Lori & John Paige ~ David G. Perlis ~ Taylor & Martin Pospisil ~ Katherine & Sidney Raymond ~ Anne & Edmund Redd ~ Pixie & Jimmy Reiss AMy & John Robertson ~ Louise & Craig Ripley ~ Amy & John Robertson ~ Tia & Jimmy Roddy ~ Kim & James Roddy, JR. ~ Mary Martin & Richard Roth III ~ Louise & Clifton Saik ~ Mary & Justin Schmidt ~ Laura & Sonny Sheilds ~ Peggy Stafford & John Shires ~ Melissa & Jerry Steiner ~ Betsey & Andrew Todd ~ Michelle & Lamar Villere ~ Jennie Cannon West ~ Nora Wetzel ~ Elizabeth & Andrew Wooten ~ Sarah & George Young