Living History NOLA

08/26/2024

On September 5, the New Orleans Preservation Resource Center will offer a free course designed to help property owners understand the Historic District Landmarks Commission application process and avoid the frustrations experienced by some applicants.

The Preservation Resource Center partners with the Historic District Landmarks Commission to offer this free course designed to help property …

08/19/2024

Adventures in Property Research, Ep. 1

08/16/2024

It’s a fun Friday over here! We’re in the New Orleans Notarial Archives, tracing the ownership of a lovely single shotgun house in the Bywater. Often, the earliest residents of homes in this neighborhood were German immigrants. Let’s see if this overall pattern holds true for this property! 🤓

As we all know, New Orleans has a history as rich and long as the great Mississippi River.  If you've ever wondered how that history connects with your daily life - who has walked your daily route perhaps, or who has lived in your house -  then you have come to the right place.  Living History...

08/15/2024

This month, we are conducting in-depth research into the history of Parasol's Bar in the Irish Channel. Yesterday we discovered this 1955 photo of St. Patrick's Day paraders gathered on the corner of Washington Avenue and St. Thomas Street. Most of these men were well-known figures in the neighborhood in general and at Parasol's in particular for many years.

08/14/2024

According to this 1977 article from the Times-Picayune, St. Patrick's Day celebrations at Parasol's in the Irish Channel took a particularly festive turn that year 👀

As we all know, New Orleans has a history as rich and long as the great Mississippi River.  If you've ever wondered how that history connects with your daily life - who has walked your daily route perhaps, or who has lived in your house -  then you have come to the right place.  Living History...

08/08/2024

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be digging into the cultural history of Parasol’s Bar! So stay tuned for some interesting Irish Channel lore. ☘️

As we all know, New Orleans has a history as rich and long as the great Mississippi River.  If you've ever wondered how that history connects with your daily life - who has walked your daily route perhaps, or who has lived in your house -  then you have come to the right place.  Living History...

07/30/2024

In addition to colonial and 19th-century architecture, New Orleans is home to a wealth of 20th-century buildings as well! Can anyone guess where this mid-century modern building is located?

As we all know, New Orleans has a history as rich and long as the great Mississippi River.  If you've ever wondered how that history connects with your daily life - who has walked your daily route perhaps, or who has lived in your house -  then you have come to the right place.  Living History...

07/29/2024

If you have questions about maintenance of your historic home, look no further than this detailed online guide from the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans!

With proper maintenance your older home will continue to stand the test of time. Safeguard the character and charm of your historic home by exploring best practices in maintaining your property's roofing, exterior, windows, doors, energy efficiency and more. Explore the Preservation Resource Center'...

07/26/2024

We discovered that this Victorian-style home on Franklin Avenue was designed by noted New Orleans architect Edward F. Sporl and constructed in 1914. Further research revealed that the original owners were William Clark, native of Mazatlan, Mexico, and his wife Ivie. William worked for the Vaccarro Brothers Fruit company, which pioneered the modern U.S. banana import industry in the early 20th century. The Clarks lived in the home with their three young children Lola, Mildred, and Vincent.
Unlock the mystery of your home's history!

As we all know, New Orleans has a history as rich and long as the great Mississippi River.  If you've ever wondered how that history connects with your daily life - who has walked your daily route perhaps, or who has lived in your house -  then you have come to the right place.  Living History...

07/24/2024

From this modern vantage point at the foot of Canal street, we’re cooking up a project that will span over 200 hundred years of New Orleans history. Stay tuned!

07/23/2024

The woodwork on the railing of this second-floor gallery is extremely unique! Would anyone care to guess where this house is located? 🤔

07/22/2024

This Wednesday, 7/24, the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans is offering a free virtual class for home owners on how to navigate the Historic District and Landmarks Commission application process. More details available here: https://prcno.org/event/navigating-the-hdlc-july-2024/

The Preservation Resource Center partners with the Historic District Landmarks Commission to offer this free course via Zoom designed to …