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

Gallier House

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011

1. Gallier House Marker

Inscription. Erected 1857 for his own residence by James Gallier, Jr. 1827-1868 architect of the French Opera House and other notable buildings. Here he died on May 16, 1868. Owned by his descendants until 1917. This property was part of the grounds of the Ursuline convent from 1727 until 1825.

Erected 1969 by New Orleans Landmarks Commission.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is May 1831.

Location. 29° 57.7′ N, 90° 3.673′ 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: 1132 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. Le – Carpentier/Beauregard House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dominique Bouligny House (about 300 feet away); Archbishop Antoine Blanc Memorial (about 400 feet away); Frances Benjamin Johnston House (about 400 feet away); Old Ursuline Convent (about 400 feet away); Birthplace of Danny Barker (about 400 feet away); Provincial Motel (about 500 feet away); Gauche House (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.

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Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011

2. Gallier House Marker

1132 Royal Street
Restoration Honor Award
Vieux Carrè Commission
1966

Gallier House
Has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America
1975
National Park Service
United States Department of the Interior

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, December 24, 2011

3. Gallier 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 729 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 4, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.