NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The organizers at BK House & Gardens recently shared the most updated lineup of summer events that they say are designed to engage, educate and inspire. From a thought-provoking author talk to a refined wine-tasting evening and a one-of-a-kind musical exhibit, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in our French Quarter setting.
§ The Rainbow South: Queer Historian Author Talk & Book Signing
Sunday, June 30, at 6 p.m.
Join in for an illuminating evening with several celebrated authors who will share insights from their latest book exploring untold LGBTQ+ narratives in Southern and Creole history in recognition of Pride Month. This special event will include a reading, a Q&A session, and a book signing opportunity with several prominent members of the New Orleans LGBTQ+ community, including Larry Bagneris, Robert Fieseler and Frank Perez.
Limited seating is available. Tickets are free but please reserve a seat by going to www.bkhouse.org.
§ Red, White, and Rosé: A Wine Tasting & Pairing Experience
Sunday, July 13, at 6 p.m.
Raise your glass and toast to the summer with the Red, White, and Rosé Wine Tasting event in the courtyard gardens of BK House. Guided by local sommelier, Wesley Kohler-Bergene, guests will savor a curated selection of wines paired with delectable bites inspired by French and Creole culinary traditions. Whether you’re a connoisseur or a curious sipper, this event offers a perfect pairing of education and indulgence, including small bites.
Limited seating is available. Tickets are $50 for BK House Members; $65 for non-members and can be purchased at www.bkhouse.org.
§ Revolution Across The Atlantic: A Musical Journey from France to Haiti
Monday, July 14, at 7:30 p.m.
Get ready to experience the sound of revolution like never before. The upcoming immersive exhibit, “Revolution Across the Atlantic,” brings history to life through powerful music and original sound documents that trace the role of rhythm, song, and spoken word in resistance movements. Journey from the passionate calls for liberty in revolutionary France to the defiant drumming and chants of the Haitian Revolution, where enslaved people rose up in a fight for freedom. Follow the echoes of that struggle to Louisiana’s 1811 uprising, where rebels marched with drums beating and voices raised, inspired by Haiti’s triumph. Through audio, visuals, and interactive elements, this exhibit reveals how music carried the fire of revolution across continents — and how those sounds still resonate today.
Limited seating is available. Tickets are $5 for BK House Members; $10 for non-members and can be purchased at www.bkhouse.org.
