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Louisiana Landmarks Society's Executive Director Stacey Pfingsten leads a journey through the history of the Pitot House in the year of its 225th anniversary as a New Orleans landmark.
Built in 1799 by Spanish merchant and ship owner, Bartholome Bosque, during the Spanish Colonial Period, The Pitot House has witnessed centuries of cultural history. In honor of its 225th anniversary, Louisiana Landmarks Society's Executive Director Stacey Pfingsten will describe the history and significance of this French-Colonial West Indies Style (Creole) “country” house. Join us in person at Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center or click the blue "register" button to watch remotely via Zoom.
Since March 2023, Stacey has been the executive director of Louisiana Landmarks Society and Pitot House. She has many years of experience in the non-profit sector focusing in the areas of architecture and historic preservation.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | History/Preservation | Genealogy | Gardening | Community | Arts & Cultural |
TAGS: | City Archives & Special Collections | Adult |
Mon, Apr 14 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
Tue, Apr 15 | 10:00AM to 7:00PM |
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