Gallier House
www.hgghh.org
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| Gallier House |
1132 Royal St.
New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 525-5661
Neighborhood: French Quarter
Attraction Information
Attraction Hours: Guided tours are available 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Admission Costs: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors, students, and AAA members. A discount is available for tickets to both houses: $10 adu $9 others.
Handicapped Accessible: No
Free Parking: No
Description: Built in 1857, Gallier House was designed and built by one of the most esteemed architects in New Orleans history, James Gallier. The New York Times has called Gallier House “one of the best small museums in the country,” and it is indeed a rare gem. The beautifully restored home features opulent double parlors. Gallier family portraits grace the walls of these rooms. Visitors find exquisite Victorian furnishings throughout, including a Belter parlor set (upholstered in light blue damask), a Mallard bedroom suite in the master bedroom, and more. The restored interior bathroom boasts hot and cold running water from Gallier’s 1857 design. As is typical with Mr. Gallier’s designs, the house is filled with ornate cornices and intricate millwork. The skylight in Mr. Gallier’s study is a testimony to his forward thinking. Another example of Mr. Gallier’s ingenuity is the interior kitchen inside the home; most kitchens of this era were located outside the house. Gallier House dons “Summer Dress” each season, and visitors are fascinated by this 19th- century Creole custom. Heavy upholstery is covered with white linen slipcovers, draperies are removed and replaced with linen shades, and wool rugs are replaced with straw mats—all details which help keep the house cool during the warm summer months. Holiday seasons bring traditional 19th century Creole decorations in the house. Gallier House is located at 1132 Royal Street. Guided tours are available 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m, Monday-Friday. For more information on the Gallier House and its sister house, the Hermann-Grima House (located at 820 St. Louis Street), call (504) 525-5661, or visit www.hgghh.org. Admission rates vary, but there are special rates for groups, and a discount is available for tickets to both houses.
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