History

22nd Annual Williams Research Center Symposium

January 06, 2017

February 4 Get a closer look into the history of New Orleans. The theme of this year’s symposium presented by the Historic New Orleans Collection examines the ways in which the Storyville neighborhood and the Jazz musical movement have shaped perceptions of New Orleans around the world. More info

French Quarter Phantoms Ghost and Vampire Tours

October 18, 2016

Disease, disaster, sinister spirits, and murder most foul: French Quarter Phantoms’ New Orleans Ghost tour and Vampire Tour combo is spooky fun! The Ghost and Vampire walking tours are guided by Master Storytellers who are fully licensed by the City of New Orleans. It’s the French Quarter you want to know, as only French Quarter Phantoms can show it to you! Tours begin at 6 pm and 8 pm Nightly. More info

New Exhibition at The Historic New Orleans Collection

September 27, 2016

The Historic New Orleans Collection's newest exhibition "Goods of Every Description: Shopping in New Orleans, 1825–1925" is now open!