French Quarter in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

Thomas House

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011

1. Thomas House Marker

Inscription. Built in 1827 by John Mitchell and Isaac Lambert for Dr. Pierre Thomas, who acquired the site from the city. The house was remodeled and a new kitchen constructed for Dr. Thomas by Joseph Desjardin in 1844. The Federal-style townhouse remained in the Thomas family until Jean Schwitzer purchased it in 1867 and operated a book and stationery shop here. The cast iron balcony was likely added by Schweitzer.

Erected 2003 by New Orleans Landmarks Commission.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1827.

Location. 29° 57.492′ N, 90° 3.869′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in the French Quarter. Marker is on Royal Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 712 Royal Street, New Orleans LA 70116, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. LaBranche Buildings (a few steps from this marker); Faulkner House (within shouting distance of this marker); Quartier General de la Garde Municipale (within shouting distance of this marker); Pedesclaux-Lemonnier House (within shouting distance of this marker); Commagère – Mercier House (within shouting distance of this marker); Avart-Peretti House

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Victor David House (within shouting distance of this marker); Former site of Holy Family Sisters’ Convent (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011

2. Thomas House 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 720 times since then and 40 times this year. Last updated on January 8, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 4, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.