Friends of the Cabildo

06/01/2026

America 250 - Spain’s Role in the Revolution Tour

Friends of the Cabildo will be conducting a tour Sunday, June 7th at 10:00 AM in the French Quarter visiting the locations that the Spanish impacted the American Revolution. Guests will learn about the important role individuals from governors to citizens to major impact in the Revolution.

Departing from the 1850 House Museum Store

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06/01/2026

Get ready to experience the sounds of Louisiana like never before. We are thrilled to announce that the Friends of the Cabildo Concert Series is returning!

This season, we’re coming together In Perfect Harmony to support the Louisiana State Museums. From local favorites and celebrating the legacy of Professor Longhair, this series brings the best of our culture into the intimate venue of the New Orleans Jazz Museum.


📅 Save the Dates
Artist Lineup Reveal: Coming VERY soon!
Tickets On Sale: Tuesday, July 1st

🎟️ How to Join Us
Whether you want a single night out or the full season experience, we’ve got you covered:

Individual Tickets: Pick your favorite performances.

Full Concert Series Package: Secure your spot for every show!

VIP Seating: Packages include exclusive access to First and Second Row seating for the ultimate up-close experience.

🌟 FOC Member Perks
Want the best deal? Friends of the Cabildo members receive exclusive discounts on concert tickets and series packages! Not a member yet? Join today and save on your concert tickets.

Every purchase helps us preserve our history and keep the music playing at the Louisiana State Museum. 🏛️✨

Stay tuned for the full lineup reveal!

05/30/2026

🎉 Family Day at the Cabildo was an absolute blast! 🥁✨

The kids had the best time getting creative and making their own custom flags, DIY drums, and colorful kaleidoscopes. 🎨✂️ We also sneaked in a little history lesson while exploring the museum, and the highlight of the day was definitely stepping outside to see those magnificent tall ships docked on the river! ⛵️🌊

Such a perfect mix of history, hands-on crafts, and maritime magic.





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05/29/2026

Chasing history through the heart of the Vieux Carré! ⚜️👣

Ever wondered about the secrets behind those iconic wrought-iron balconies, hidden courtyards, and centuries-old structures? There is no better way to uncover the true soul of New Orleans than on foot with the Friends of the Cabildo French Quarter Walking Tour!

Our legendary 2-hour tours depart daily, guided by our incredibly knowledgeable, passionate volunteer docents who know these historic streets like the back of their hand.

🕒 Daily Tour Times:
Morning Stroll: 10:30 AM
Afternoon Venture: 1:30 PM

Whether you’re a lifelong local looking to discover something new about your backyard or a first-time visitor wanting the authentic, deeply researched history of the Crescent City, we’ve got a spot saved for you.

🎟️ Ready to walk through history?
Click the link https://www.peek.com/s/af78691a-f636-4339-90ef-fc673b91f337/qWZ1 to book your tour and secure your spot!

05/27/2026

Find your center in the heart of history 🧘✨

Kick off your Saturday morning with Yoga at the Cabildo! There is nothing quite like breathing through your morning flow in the gorgeous, light-filled 2nd Floor Gallery, surrounded by historic Spanish architecture and looking out over a bustling Jackson Square.

Plus, it’s Sail 250 / Tall Ships Week in New Orleans! After you roll up your mat, you’re just steps away from the riverfront to explore the largest, most majestic fleet of international tall ships to ever hit the Mississippi. It’s a literal once-in-a-generation Saturday in the French Quarter.

🚢 When: This Saturday | 8:30 AM – 9:35 AM
📍 Where: The Cabildo (701 Chartres St., Jackson Square)
🧘‍♂️ Bring: A mat (though a few free loaners are available if you need one!)
🎟 Investment: $10 for Friends of the Cabildo Members / $20 for Non-Members

05/27/2026

🗓️ Two weeks away! June 10th - Courtyard Lecture Series
🍷 5:30 reception with wine
📚 6:30 lecture
🏛️ 1850 House Museum Courtyard - Lower Pontalba Building
📍523 St. Ann St.

𝕿𝖍𝖊 𝕭𝖑𝖔𝖔𝖉 𝖔𝖋 𝖙𝖍𝖊 𝕭𝖆𝖗𝖔𝖓𝖊𝖘𝖘
Micaëla De Pontalba - Shot, Betrayed, and Unbreakable
By Rosary O’Neill PhD and Rory O’Neill Schmitt PhD
2026

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the story of the American Revolution often focuses heavily on the thirteen colonies and the Atlantic coast. However, the struggle for independence was a global conflict, and the Mississippi River Valley was a critical frontier.

This specialized two-hour walking tour explores the pivotal—and often overlooked—role that New Orleans and Spanish Louisiana played in securing American independence. Led by expert guides from the Friends of the Cabildo, participants will walk through the French Quarter to uncover the sites of secret diplomacy, military staging, and the strategic genius that helped change the course of world history.

American 250 Tours - Spanish Louisiana & the American Revolution
Saturday's departing from the 1850 House Museum and Gift Shop (523 St. Ann St.)

Friday, May 29th at 10:00 AM

$30.00 Adults ($20.00 Members)
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05/26/2026