Historic BK House & Gardens

05/29/2026

Join authors Rory O’Neill Schmitt, PhD and Rosary O’Neill, PhD, for an illuminating evening exploring their discoveries about the legendary Baroness de Pontalba — including revelations never before published.

Drawing from their latest book, "The Blood of the Baroness: Micaëla de Pontalba – Shot, Betrayed, and Unbreakable", the authors uncover the hidden stories behind the woman who helped shape New Orleans history.

*Copies of "The Blood of the Baroness: Micaëla de Pontalba – Shot, Betrayed, and Unbreakable" will be available for autographs and purchase. Plus, a complimentary cocktail will be offered, courtesy of CBD cocktail lounge Baroness on Baronne. 

🗓 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Visit bkhouse.org/programs to purchase.

05/28/2026

Our Rhythm & Roses event featuring T Marie & Bayou Juju set the courtyard in motion last night! 🎶

Many thanks to the evening's sponsors, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation.

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

What an unforgettable evening! Historic BK House & Gardens was honored to welcome guests for a beautiful celebration of design, culture, and the timeless spirit of New Orleans in honor of our Bicentennial year. From breathtaking tablescapes and florals to exquisite cuisine, music, and meaningful conversation, the evening was truly one to remember.

We are deeply grateful to our talented designers, sponsors, co-chairs, supporters, staff and every guest who joined us in making this event such a success. Your support helps preserve the art, history, and stories of BK House for generations to come.

Enjoy a few moments from this magical evening.

📷 Courtesy of Barrett Delong

05/14/2026

Join us Sunday, May 17 for Dining by Design, an elegant evening celebrating design, culture, and the enduring spirit of New Orleans in honor of Historic BK House & Gardens’ Bicentennial. 

Set within our historic French Quarter home and courtyard, the evening will feature inspired tablescapes and florals created by an exceptional group of designers and tastemakers, including:

• Keith Carroll
• Vesta Fort
• Rebekah Founds
• Celeste Marshall
• Maria Wink Meyers + Kim Starr Wise
• Ware Porter
• Rebecca Singley
• Maureen Stevens Design

Guests will also enjoy cuisine by Pigeon Catering & Events, cocktails and libations, and musical performances by violinist Abraham Santos Fernandez and Alliance Française DJs William Clancy and Alan Nobili.

Co-chaired by Randle Looney and Colleen Connor, proceeds from Dining by Design directly support the preservation and restoration of BK House’s art, textiles, and ephemera.

📍 Historic BK House & Gardens
✨ Celebrating 200 years of style, stories, and sophistication

For more information, please visit bkhouse.org/programs/

05/13/2026

👻 It’s a Garden Party at BK House!🌹

Grab your favorite little ghost hunters and join us in BK House’s beautiful Rose Garden on May 20 from 5–6:30 p.m. for a magical evening celebrating a brand-new kids’ book trilogy set in the French Quarter! ⚜️📚

Meet author George S. Corey and The Artist CLEO as we celebrate:

🎭 The Mardi Gras Mystery
🔮 The Voodoo Queen of New Orleans
🐴 The Missing Maid

Follow 8-year-old BFFs Georgie & GiGi on spooky adventures through the French Quarter as they save Mardi Gras, team up with Marie Laveau, and rescue Joanie on the Pony!

Enjoy:
🍰 Cake & treats
🧃 Juice for kids
📖 Book signings
🌹 Garden party fun!

Reservations are required for this FREE event. Email [email protected] with the number of people in your party to save your spot!

Learn more at:
🎨 www.TheArtistCleo.com
📚 www.gistikidz.com

05/12/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the incredible sponsors helping bring Dining by Design to life on Sunday, May 17 at Historic BK House & Gardens.

As we celebrate BK House’s Bicentennial, this elegant evening in our historic French Quarter home and courtyard will honor the timeless spirit of New Orleans through extraordinary design, florals, cuisine, music, and culture.

We are deeply grateful for the support of:

💐 Curated: A Shop by New Orleans Auction
🖤 St. Charles Avenue Magazine
✨ Element
🍽️ Pigeon Catering & Events
🌸 Bee’s Wedding & Event Designs
🚪 Doorman
🌿 Leaf + Petal NOLA
🎭 Carl Mack Presents
📸 Barrett DeLong

Your generosity and partnership help preserve the art, textiles, and stories of Historic BK House & Gardens for generations to come.

Here’s to 200 years of style, stories, and sophistication, and to an unforgettable evening celebrating the beauty and creativity of New Orleans. 

For more information: bkhouse.org/programs

05/07/2026

Join us Sunday, May 17 for Dining by Design, an elegant evening celebrating design, culture, and the timeless spirit of New Orleans in honor of Historic BK House & Gardens’ Bicentennial.

Hosted in our historic French Quarter home and courtyard, Dining by Design will showcase imaginative tablescapes and florals created by leading designers and tastemakers, alongside exceptional cuisine by Pigeon Catering & Events, libations, music by violinist Abraham Santos Fernandez, and Alliance Francaise DJs William Clancy and Alan Nobili.

Featuring designs by Keith Carroll, Victoria Fager, Vesta Fort, Rebekah Founds, Celeste Marshall, Maria Wink Meyers + Kim Starr Wise, Ware Porter, Rebecca Singley, and Maureen Stevens Design.

Co-chaired by Randle Looney and Colleen Connor, proceeds from the evening directly support the preservation and restoration of BK House’s art, textiles, and ephemera.

For more information, please visit bkhouse.org/programs/

📍 Historic BK House & Gardens
✨ Celebrating 200 years of style, stories, and sophistication

05/05/2026

Give NOLA Day is here—and we’re celebrating in a big way!

Built in 1826, BK House & Gardens isn’t just a stunning mix of Creole and American architecture—it’s a living, breathing piece of New Orleans history. From the people who lived and labored here, to immigrant families and the novelist who helped bring it back to life, every corner has a story to tell.

In 2026, we turn 200 (!!), and we want you with us for what’s next.

This Give NOLA Day, support our Bicentennial Fund and help us:
• Preserve the house and gardens
• Protect and share our collections and archives
• Grow programs and community connections
• Keep these stories alive for the next 100 years

Because history isn’t just something we look back on—it’s something we keep building together.

Give today, celebrate 200 years, and be part of the story:
https://www.givenola.org/organization/bkhouse

05/04/2026

Celebrate Mom in style at the Historic BK House & Gardens

Join us Saturday, May 9 for a morning in our gorgeous parterre rose garden—because she deserves more than just brunch. Bring the kids and let their creativity run wild with:

✨ Cyanotype print making
✨ Mother’s Day card creation
✨ Plant pod painting
✨ Scavenger hunt

Plus, refreshments for everyone while you soak up the spring vibes.

Make it a morning she won’t forget 💐 Buy your tickets today!

https://www.bkhouse.org/programs/