Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses Society Gala

The Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses are two 19th-century architectural gems located in the French Quarter, and as anyone who lives in a historic home (particularly ones in the French Quarter) can tell you, much care and love are needed to keep these buildings in good shape.

These houses are also museums, which have evolved over the years to include a variety of programming that includes the Urban Enslavement tour at the Hermann-Grima House, as well as other tours, exhibitions and events geared to exploring the history of the city. The Historic Houses Society Gala, which was Nov. 16, was a way to thank high-level donor supporters for their important contributions.

“We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support of our donors. It is through their generosity that we are able to preserve these two National Historic Landmarks and the rich histories that they hold,” said Tessa Jagger, executive director.

The home of Anne and Edmund Redd, which was adorned for the event with florals by Dunn & Sonnier, was the site of the party which also featured music by John “Papa” Gros and food from Ralph Brennan Catering and Events.

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The event also marked a special remembrance of the late Sybil Favrot, emerita board member and past president of the Woman’s Exchange.

Event co-chairs were Beth Favrot and Katy Roubion.

Fun Fact: Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses is run by The Woman’s Exchange, an all-female board of managers and one of the oldest women’s nonprofits in the South.

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