The Louisiana State Museum
The Cabildo, the oldest and most prominent of the LSM Properties.The Louisiana State Museum was established in 1906 to preserve the unique history of the State. Historic properties in the Vieux Carre' include: The Presbytere751 Chartres Street, on Jackson Square Designed in1971 as a residence for the priests of neighboring St. Louis Cathedral, this Spanish Colonial building houses the State Museum's collection of paintings and portraiture, decorative art, antique clothing and historic photographs. Changing exhibitions are mounted in the first and second floor galleries. The 1850 House, Lower Pontalba Building523 St. Ann Street, on Jackson Square Located in the center of the lower block of row houses facing Jackson Square, the 1850 House depicts daily life in a New Orleans Creole home of the 1850s. Historically re-created rooms offer the visitor an array of 19th century decorative arts and practical items displayed to illustrate their original use.The Old US Mint400 Esplanade Avenue, at the end of the French Market Designed by architect William Strickland, this restored Greek Revival factory produced coins for both the United and Confederate States of America. Permanent exhibitions of the State Museum's extensive jazz and Mardi Gras memorabilia are on display in the building. In addition, the Museum's jazz archives and research library are also housed there. The Cabildo701 Chartres Street, on Jackson Square Built in 1795 to house the Spanish colonial government, the Cabildo later served as City Hall and was the site where the Louisiana Purchase was formalized in 1803. After extensive restoration necessitated by a devastating fire in 1988, the Cabildo re-opened in February, 1994, with exhibits tracing Louisiana history from exploration through Reconstruction. Hours, Admission, Etc.Louisiana State Museum properties are open Tuesday-Sunday from 10am to 5pm with the exception of state holidays. Closed Mondays. Admission is $4 for adults; $3 for students and seniors, and children 12 and under are admitted free. Admission fees are per site. In addition to the "per site" admission fees, you can buy a combination ticket for $10 that covers admission to all four museum properties (Mint, Cabildo, Presbytere, and 1850 House). Combination tickets may be purchased at any of the four sites. For more info, call +1.504.568.6968.  Return to the VNO Museum/Gallery PageThis World Wide Web document is provided as a public service by Yatcom Communications, Inc. Yatcom Communications is a consulting/public relations company dedicated to using computer technology to promote the City of New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Copyright © 1994, Yatcom Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Comments are welcome: e-mail to vno@yatcom.com
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