Gallier House
National Historic Landmark

Gallier House

New Orleans, Orleans County, Louisiana
Listed
February 15, 1974
Type
Building
Period
Early Republic
Ref No.
74000932

About this property

Gallier House is a restored 19th-century historic house museum located on Royal Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana. It was originally the home of prominent New Orleans architect, James Gallier Jr. Construction began in 1857 and he moved in with his wife and children in 1860. The fully furnished house includes a courtyard garden, elegant carriageway, and slave quarters. The interior is restored and furnished in the style of the 1850s. The home boasts numerous technological and architectural advancements for its time, offering a glimpse into 19th-century cutting-edge design. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1974 for its association with Gallier, one of the city's most important architects of the mid-19th century. In 1996, the Woman's Exchange became the steward of this historic house after acquiring it from Tulane University. The Gallier House reflects an accurate and comprehensive historic restoration of one of New Orleans’ time-honored landmarks.

Location

1132 Royal St.
New Orleans, Orleans County, Louisiana
29.96173, -90.06128

Categories

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Sources

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When was Gallier House listed on the National Register?

Gallier House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 15, 1974.

What type of historic resource is Gallier House?

Gallier House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Gallier House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Gallier House has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Gallier House?

The period of significance for Gallier House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1857.

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