French Quarter in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Archbishop Antoine Blanc Memorial
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011
1. Archbishop Antoine Blanc Memorial Marker
Located on the grounds are several buildings of which the most notable is the OLD URSULINE CONVENT – ARCHIEPISCOPAL RESIDENCE erected by order of King Louis XV of France in 1745. It is the oldest building of record in the entire Mississippi Valley. In 1824 the property was deeded by the Ursuline nuns to the Catholic bishops of New Orleans, the main building to serve as their residence, administrative offices, and archives. Today, it again serves as the archives of the archdiocese and as a center for historical church-related research. The complex is dedicated to the memory of the most reverend Antoine Blanc, first archbishop of New Orleans (1835-80), who resided here and under whose administration the archdiocese experienced dramatic growth. Another edifice of note is our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, erected in 1845 as the chapel of the archbishops.
The Archdiocese of New Orleans began the restoration of this complex in 1970 under the direction and supervision of Rev. Msgr. Earl C. Woods, chancellor. The restoration was completed in 1977.
Commemorated by International Order of Alhambra Darro Caravan No. 29 August, 1981
Erected 1981 by International Order of Alhambra
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Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1745.
Location. 29° 57.651′ N, 90° 3.633′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in the French Quarter. It is at the intersection of Chartres Street and Ursuline Street on Chartres Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1112 Chartres Street, New Orleans LA 70119, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker and memorial is in Louisiana’s River Parishes. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, on the Gulf Coast, and in the Great River Road Region. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: This Cross (here, next to this marker); Former Ursuline Convent (a few steps from this marker); Old Ursuline Convent (a few steps from this marker); Le Carpentier/Beauregard House (within shouting distance of this marker); Calle del Arsena y de las Ursulinas (within shouting distance of this marker); Provincial Motel (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 1030-1032 Rue de Chartres (about 300 feet away); Birthplace of Danny Barker (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.
Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011
2. Archbishop Antoine Blanc Memorial Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 4, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,288 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 4, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
