Longue Vue House and Gardens

Longue Vue House and Gardens Your house, your gardens.
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Founded by philanthropists Edith and Edgar Stern, Longue Vue House and Gardens is a multifaceted historic estate featuring a world-class house museum and eight acres of stunning gardens that include an unparalleled collection of Louisiana irises in New Orleans and an interactive Discovery Garden for children of all ages. As a National Historic Landmark that serves as one of New Orleans’ premier ed

ucation and cultural resources, Longue Vue is open six days a week, Monday through Saturday, and the first Sunday of every month to the public for tours of the home and gardens, special events and programs.

Join us TOMORROW for Family Equality Day!The Stern family bequeathed Longue Vue as a space of inclusion and belonging fo...
05/30/2026

Join us TOMORROW for Family Equality Day!

The Stern family bequeathed Longue Vue as a space of inclusion and belonging for all. Please join us for our 11th annual Family Equality Day on Sunday, May 31, 10:00AM to 1:00PM, to celebrate families of all shapes, sizes, and identities. This family-favorite Pride event is rain or shine and free to attend!
Please register on our website to attend.
https://longuevue.com/family-equality-day/

✨🌹🌸Cafe Garden and Museum Store Summer Highlights🪻🌸✨Stop by the Museum Store for that special item to make the perfect b...
05/29/2026

✨🌹🌸Cafe Garden and Museum Store Summer Highlights🪻🌸✨

Stop by the Museum Store for that special item to make the perfect beach trip or backyard cookout.

Try some of our new seasonal beverages at Edith & Edgar's Garden Cafe including lavender matcha and white chocolate rose latte.

Members receive a 10% discount in Edith & Edgar's Garden Cafe and the Museum Store in all seasons. Learn about Longue Vue Memberships on our website.
https://longuevue.com/memberships/

🚋✨ We’re taking a ride through New Orleans!Have you spotted Longue Vue on the Canal Street Streetcar yet? Our new ad is ...
05/28/2026

🚋✨ We’re taking a ride through New Orleans!

Have you spotted Longue Vue on the Canal Street Streetcar yet? Our new ad is officially rolling through the heart of the city, bringing a little glimpse of Longue Vue’s beauty to thousands of riders and visitors each day.

Just like the iconic streetcars that connect New Orleans neighborhoods, Longue Vue connects people to nature, history, art, and inspiration. Now, whether you're heading to work, exploring the city, or simply enjoying the ride, you'll have a reminder that a world apart is waiting just around the corner.

After all, why just ride past beauty when you can visit it?
🌿 A world apart, right here in New Orleans.

🚋🌺🦋

Don't forget Family Equality Day is this Sunday--rain or shine! Longue Vue extends its deepest gratitude to our sponsors...
05/28/2026

Don't forget Family Equality Day is this Sunday--rain or shine! Longue Vue extends its deepest gratitude to our sponsors for making this day possible (and free)!

Register at the link in our bio!

Longue Vue is excited to partner with local groups and organizations to offer a free community resource fair at our Fami...
05/25/2026

Longue Vue is excited to partner with local groups and organizations to offer a free community resource fair at our Family Equality Day this Sunday. Our partners include:

*Access Health Louisiana
*Krewe des Fleurs
*LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana
*New Orleans LGBTQ+ & Allied Chamber of Commerce
*New Orleans Pride Center
*New Orleans Public Library
*PFLAG New Orleans
*Social Memory Lab Department of Psychology, Tulane University
*Waldorf School of New Orleans
*Whole Village Art Therapy

Register and learn more at longuevue.com/family-equality-day/

Looking for something to do this Memorial Day? Come on over to Longue Vue! Have a picnic in our gardens, take a tour of ...
05/24/2026

Looking for something to do this Memorial Day? Come on over to Longue Vue! Have a picnic in our gardens, take a tour of our historic house, and enjoy happy hour at Edith & Edgar's Garden Cafe. We're open from 8:00AM to 5:00PM.

Plan your visit: longuevue.com/visit

NEXT WEEK: Kick off Pride Month at our 11th annual Family Equality Day! Fun for all ages, this event celebrates families...
05/23/2026

NEXT WEEK: Kick off Pride Month at our 11th annual Family Equality Day! Fun for all ages, this event celebrates families of all shapes, sizes, and identities. Join us for story time, dance performances, resource fair, crafts, and children's parade.

Free to attend, but registration is required. Find out more here: https://longuevue.com/family-equality-day/

Join us this Sunday, May 24, 11:00AM, for a Curator's Walk through our preservation-focused exhibit, Pattern and Place: ...
05/22/2026

Join us this Sunday, May 24, 11:00AM, for a Curator's Walk through our preservation-focused exhibit, Pattern and Place: Historic Wall Coverings of Longue Vue. This is your chance to take a close look at each of the exhibit's featured wall coverings and to learn more upcoming preservation efforts. Space is limited, so secure your ticket here: longuevue.com/event/pattern-and-place-curators-walk/.

Happy World Bee Day to all who celebrate!Did you know that our gardens team takes care of a beehive on one of our histor...
05/20/2026

Happy World Bee Day to all who celebrate!

Did you know that our gardens team takes care of a beehive on one of our historic balconies? We're happy to be home to an active hive that pollinates our eight acres of gardens. 🐝

05/19/2026

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Address

7 Bamboo Road
New Orleans, LA
70124

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(504) 488-5488

Website

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