About our rating systemJames Gallier, Jr. (it’s pronounced Gaul-ee-er, by the way; he was Irish, not French) and his father were the leading architects in New Orleans in the mid-1800s. They designed the French Opera House, Municipality Hall (now Gallier Hall), and the Pontalba Buildings. This was Junior's personal home. It’s meticulously restored, with the fancy furnishings appearing much as they would have when the family resided there (some claim Gallier’s ghost still does). The home displays some of his innovations—such as early indoor plumbing—and a decided lack thereof in the slave quarters. It’s made even more gorgeous for holiday season, with period decor; check the website for other special programs. Fun fact for Anne Rice fans: This house was her model for Louis and Lestat’s New Orleans residence in Interview with the Vampire. Combination tickets with the Hermann-Grima House are available.
New Orleans› Attraction
Gallier House Museum
1118 and 1132 Royal St. btw. Gov. Nicholls and Ursuline sts.
Our Rating
Hours
Guided tours Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri at 10 & 11am, noon, 1, and 2pm; Sat noon, 1, 2, and 3pm.
Phone
504/525-5661
Prices
Admission $15 adults; $12 seniors, students, AAA members, children
Web site
Gallier House Museum
Other
Fewer tours in summer; call to confirm. Usually closed 1-2 weeks in Aug and during Mardi Gras
Hours
Guided tours Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri at 10 & 11am, noon, 1, and 2pm; Sat noon, 1, 2, and 3pm.
Phone
504/525-5661
Prices
Admission $15 adults; $12 seniors, students, AAA members, children
Web site
Gallier House Museum
Other
Fewer tours in summer; call to confirm. Usually closed 1-2 weeks in Aug and during Mardi Gras
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