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Old New Orleans Rum Distillery Tour
August 13, 2008 - December 31, 2009 |
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Times: Monday - Friday 11;00 am AND 2:00 pm; Saturday 11:00 am, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm
Location: Old New Orleans Rum, 2815 Frenchmen Street
Phone: (504) 945-9400
Admission: $10.00
Celebration Distillation offers tours and tastings at the distillery. Our tours offer a intimate and detailed look at the distillation process from beginning to end. All of our tours conclude with a visit to our tasting room. Become a connoisseur as you experience the subtle flavors of our distinctive rums. On occasion the distillers will offer samples of rums we have yet to bring to market to get your thoughts on the directions they are going.
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The Louisiana State Museum and the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club present From Tramps to Kings
January 10, 2009 - December 30, 2009 |
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Times: Tuesday - Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
http://www.lsm.crt.state.la.us
Location: The Presbetere, 751 Chartres St.
Phone: (504) 568-6968
Admission: $6.00 for adults, and $5.00 for seniors and active military personnel; Children under 12 are free.
The Louisiana State Museum and the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club present From Tramps to Kings: Zulu 100 Years, a yearlong exhibit exploring the origins, the unique Carnival traditions, and the cultural and civic contributions of Zulu from 1909 to the present.
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Muriel's Jackson Square 3 Course Table d' Hotel Dinner
February 4, 2009 - February 5, 2010 |
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Times: Monday - Friday 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
http://www.muriels.com
Location: 801 Chartres Street, On The corner of Jackson Square
Phone: (504) 568-1885
Muriel’s Jackson Square offers an exceptional 3 course meal for only $28.95. Come enjoy a full dining experience featuring many choices such as Crawfish and Goat Cheese Crêpes, Turtle Soup, Gumbo, BBQ Shrimp, Pecan Crusted Puppy Drum and Shrimp Remoulade. Muriel's is housed in an historic building overlooking Jackson Square. Come immerse yourself in New Orleans culture and revelry that reflects the rich cultural, and culinary character of the Crescent City.
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Chef Michael Farrell Brings a Fresh Culinary Style to Meritage at the Maison Dupuy
February 19, 2009 - December 30, 2009 |
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Location: Le Meritage at The Maison Dupuy
Phone: (504) 648-6119
Morty Valldejuli, general manger of the Maison Dupuy Hotel, is proud to unveil Le Meritage, an exciting new dining concept whereby fresh seasonal cuisine is impeccably matched to the primary characteristics of wine. All dishes on the menu are available in large and small plates and wines by the glass are offered in full and half pours, encouraging guests to savor different pairings at one sitting. After a nationwide search, Michael Farrell, a veteran restaurateur with New Orleans roots, has been chosen as Executive Chef. Chef Farrell brings a wealth of culinary experience to the new endeavor. He served as Executive Chef in a number of acclaimed eateries throughout the nation including Alto in Denver, The Summer House on Island, Anthem in Las Vegas and Beano’s Cabin in Beaver Creek, Co. The style he brings to Le Meritage evolved over the course of his career beginning with his coastal upbringing. Chef Farrell will utilize the very finest meats, Louisiana seafood, game and classic local ingredients in the creation of dishes such as Pan-Roasted Drum with Fava Bean Succotash & Fried Green Tomatoes and Braised Beef Short Rib with Parsnip Puree & Sorrel Gremolata. The menu items have been created to compliment and pair with six specific wine categories - Light Whites, Full Body Reds, Sparklers, Full Body Whites, Fruity Reds and Spicy-Earthy Reds.
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Houston's Restaurant Present - The Garden District Trio
May 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009 |
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Times: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: Houston's Restaurant, 1755 St. Charles Ave.
Phone: (504) 524-1579
Come join us at Houston's Restaurant for dinner and jazz featuring the Garden District Trio featuring David Hansen, Tom Hook & Chris Sharkey.
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Upcoming Exhibition, Symposium Explore the Territorial Period 1803 - 1812
October 6, 2009 - May 2, 2010 |
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Times: Tuesday - Saturday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
http://www.hnoc.org
Location: Williams Gallery, 533 Royal Street
Phone: (504) 523-4662
On December 20, 1803, the Louisiana Purchase was signed, confirming the transfer of the former French colony to the United States. Statehood, however, was not immediate. For nearly 10 years, Louisiana was entrenched in a turbulent period, rife with political disputes and culture clashes. The exhibition Between Colony & State: Louisiana in the Territorial Period, 1803-1812, and its companion online component, examines the people, places, and events that shaped this fascinating period. Highlights include manuscript maps, newspapers from the period, and artists' depictions of life during this time.
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Two-Hour Walk-in Courses with Hands-on Adventures in Glassblowing
October 20, 2009 - January 31, 2010 |
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Times: Monday - Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm, 2-hour increments
Location: New Orleans ArtWorks at New Orleans Glass Works & Printmaking Studio, 727 Magazine Street (between Girod and Julia Streets)
Phone: (504) 529-7279
Your source for holiday ornaments! It is the ideal time of year to get together with friends and family to create your holiday ornaments. Design your own gifts for the holidays!
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Miracle on Fulton Street
November 27, 2009 - January 3, 2010 |
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http://www.harrahsneworleans.com
Location: Fulton and Poydras Streets at Harrah's Hotel
Phone: (504)533-6522
Admission: Free and open to the public
Come experience a white Christmas this holiday season in New Orleans—but only on Fulton Street. Periodic ‘snowfalls’, dazzling lights and decorations will transform the street into a winter wonderland! One of the city’s newest holiday traditions, “Miracle on Fulton Street” brings the magic of the season alive in true New Orleans fashion. Visit with Santa and his reindeer, sip hot chocolate or spiced apple cider, and sample the traditional holiday menus offered by our Fulton Street restaurant partners. You’ll leave feeling jolly and filled with good cheer!
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BECA Benefit Art Auction
November 30, 2009 - December 5, 2009 |
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http://www.becagallery.com
Location: BECA | CoLAB Projects, 527 St. Joseph Street (across from the Contemporary Arts Center)
Today through Saturday, December 5th at 10pm there will be the first BECA Benefit Art Auction. The upside to it all is GREAT ART!, GREAT DEALS! and a GREAT CAUSE! with new works added online daily.
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Ashé Cultural Arts Center Presents - Book Signing - Men We Love, Men We Hate
December 1, 2009 |
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Times: 6:30 pm
http://www.ashecac.org
Location: Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd
Phone: (504) 569-9070 or (504) 309-2073
Join us for the Book Signing for - Men We Love, Men We Hate at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center. This event will have students at the Center (SAC)--writings from Douglass, McDonogh 35, and McMain high schools in New Orleans. The book is an anthology on the topic of men and relationships with men. SAC is an independent program that works within public schools in New Orleans. Students participate through English, elective writing and social studies classes in their schools. SAC graduates have worked as key staff members, serving as resource teachers in public school classrooms, organizers for youth involvement, and producers of youth media.
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Christmas New Orleans Style
December 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009 |
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http://www.frenchquarterfestivals.org
Location: New Orleans
Phone: (504) 522-5730 or (800) 673-5725
There's no place like New Orleans for the holidays during Christmas New Orleans Style, a celebration of uniquely New Orleans holiday activities taking place throughout December. More than 100 festivities are planned during the month-long event, showcasing the cultural diversity that adds spice to the gumbo of New Orleans' heritage. During this season, famed New Orleans chefs share culinary secrets in free cooking demonstrations, public concerts feature popular musicians and gospel choirs will perform sacred tunes in the majestic St. Louis Cathedral. Also, Restaurants serve the Reveillon, an adaptation of an old Creole dining custom, and hotels offer attractive Papa Noel rates. Experience the magic of the season in a city steeped in traditions of the past, but with the food, music and good times of today.
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CHRISTMAS REVEILLON DINNER (Mélange)
December 1, 2009 - December 24, 2009 |
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Times: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Ritz Carlton, 921 Canal Street
Phone: (504)670-2828
Admission: $65 non-inclusive of tax and gratuity (per Adult)
Diners will enjoy a four-course traditionally French holiday dinner; one that has always been associated with Nouvelle Orleans New Orleans. The word Reveillon means “awakening” in French. This celebratory holiday dinner will provide an eye-opening, palate pleasing holiday experience. Reservations suggested.
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Exhibition Opening & Book Signing for Remembering Dogs in My Life: The Photographs of John T. Mendes
December 1, 2009 |
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Times: 6:00 pm –8:00 pm
http://www.hnoc.org
Location: Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street
Phone: (504) 523-4662
Admission: free
An amateur photographer, John Mendes (1888–1965) captured New Orleans from 1916 until the mid 1930s. More than 50 of his images will be showcased at the Williams Research Center in the exhibition titled
Remembering Dogs in My Life: The Photographs of John T. Mendes, on view December 1, 2009–February 28, 2010. Each of the featured images is a recent print from the photographer’s original gelatin dry-point negatives. Accompanying the exhibition is the release of Dogs in My Life: The New Orleans Photographs of John Tibule Mendes, a new title from the University of New Orleans Press. The book consists of a compilation of Mendes’s photographs complemented by excerpts from his 1964 self-published memoir detailing his passion for dogs and the numerous pets in his life. The public is invited to attend the opening reception for the exhibition and a book signing on Tuesday, December 1, at the Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Editor Bill Lavender and John H. Lawrence, director of museum programs at The Collection and author of the introduction to Dogs in My Life, will be available to sign books and discuss the artist and his work. Both the exhibition and the opening reception are free and open to the public.
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Holiday Home Tours of the Williams Residence
December 1, 2009 - December 30, 2009 |
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Times: Tuesday–Saturday: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.
http://www.hnoc.org
Location: 533 Royal Street
Phone: (504) 523-4662
Admission: $5, free for THNOC members
Visit the festively decorated residence and courtyard of General and Mrs. L. Kemper Williams, founders of The Historic New Orleans Collection. While there, browse through The Shop at The Collection for unique gift items on your holiday list, and visit The Collection’s free exhibition Between Colony & State: Louisiana in the Territorial Period, 1803–1812.
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Hotel Monteleone Holiday Choirs 2009 - St. Matthew and William Heart Elementary
December 1, 2009 |
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Times: 10:30 am and 11:30 am
Location: Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal Street
Phone: (504) 523-3341
Holiday Choir Performances School choirs from across the Metro New Orleans area have once again been invited to perform in the main lobby of the Monteleone. The choirs are a tradition at the hotel, which is adorned in holiday finery for the season. Performing in the main Lobby will be St. Matthew followed by William Heart Elementary.
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Hotel Monteleone Reveillon Dinner
December 1, 2009 - December 25, 2009 |
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Times: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal Street - Hunt Room
Phone: (504) 523-3341, ext. 4240
Admission: $45.00 - $65.00 (4 courses)
Come join us as we celebrate the Senses for Reveillon Dinners in The Hunt Room Grill. Celebrate the holidays in the old New Orleans way. It’s a feast for the senses and a memorable gathering for family and friends.
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Mahalia Jackson Theatre for the Performing Arts Presents - Oprah Winfrey's - THE COLOR PURPLE
December 1, 2009 - December 6, 2009 |
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http://www.mahaliajacksontheater.com
Location: Mahalia Jackson Theater, in Armstrong Park at 801 N. Rampart Street, New Orleans, Louisiana
Phone: (504) 287-0351
Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Oprah Winfrey Presents THE COLOR PURPLE, which is based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg. It is the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who finds the strength to triumph over adversity, and discover her unique voice in the world. With a joyous GRAMMY-nominated score featuring gospel, jazz, pop and the blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is about hope and the healing power of love. As on Broadway, the first North American Tour of THE COLOR PURPLE is directed by Gary Griffin. THE COLOR PURPLE features a libretto by Pulitzer Prize-winner Marsha Norman, music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winning composers/lyricists Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray, and choreography by Donald Byrd.
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Remembering “Dogs in My Life”: The Photographs of John T. Mendes
December 1, 2009 - February 27, 2010 |
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Times: Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
http://www.hnoc.org/?p=1242
Location: Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street
Phone: (504) 523-4662
Admission: Free
The Historic New Orleans Collection and the University of New Orleans Press have partnered to celebrate the life and work of John Mendes through an exhibition and book signing. An amateur photographer, Mendes (1888–1965) captured New Orleans from 1916 until the mid 1930s. More than 50 of his images will be showcased at the Williams Research Center in the exhibition titled Remembering Dogs in My Life: The Photographs of John T. Mendes on view December 1, 2009, through February 28, 2010.
Each of the featured images is a recent print from the photographer’s original gelatin dry-point negatives. Accompanying the exhibition is the release of Dogs in My Life: The New Orleans Photographs of John Tibule Mendes, a new title from the University of New Orleans Press. The book consists of a compilation of Mendes’s photographs complemented by excerpts from his 1964 self-published memoir detailing his passion for dogs and the numerous pets in his life. The public is invited to attend the opening reception for the exhibition and a book signing on Tuesday, December 1, at the Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Editor Bill Lavender and John H. Lawrence, director of museum programs at The Collection and author of the introduction to Dogs in My Life, will be available discuss the artist and his work. Copies will be available at the book signing and are currently on sale at The Shop at The Collection for $26.95. Both the exhibition and the opening reception are free and open to the public.
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Tea on Tuesday: “Holiday Arrangements”
December 1, 2009 |
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Times: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA
Phone: (504) 488-5488 ext. 339
Admission: $25.00 for members; $30.00 for non-members
Creative and inspiring floral decorator, Meade Wenzel, is back at Longue Vue this December to help you create beautiful holiday arrangements for your home and table. A traditional tea will be served after the lecture with a selection of scones, pastries, homemade lemon curd, and finger sandwiches. Reservations are required, and seating is limited.
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Vieux Carré Matinées
December 1, 2009 - March 30, 2010 |
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Times: Tuesday–Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
http://www.hnoc.org
Location: 616 St. Peter Street
Phone: (504) 522-2081
Admission: free
The Historic New Orleans Collection and Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré announce the launch of Vieux Carré Matinées, a series of free films and tours celebrating Louisiana’s rich history and culture. Vieux Carré Matinées are now being offered every Tuesday–Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Many of the films were produced for past exhibitions at The Collection and address topics such as the Battle of New Orleans, Creole cooking, and visual artists of New Orleans. Prior to the films, patrons will be given a brief tour of the theatre’s facilities and history. Both the tour and the films are free and open to the public.
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