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Books about historic New Orleans to add to your summer reading list

Immerse yourself in stories about New Orleans’ architecture and history with this summer reading list curated by Britton Trice at the Garden District Book Shop.

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Cool off this summer at a swimming pool in one of these historic New Orleans buildings

Soak up New Orleans’ architecture and history while cooling off in these pools this summer.

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Historic gas stations in New Orleans with creative new uses

These historic filling stations in New Orleans have found new uses as restaurants, homes, and businesses.

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New Orleans Vernacular

Vernacular architecture helps to form a city’s cultural identity. Explore some examples of vernacular architecture that are common in New Orleans.

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Coolest spots to check out this weekend in the historic Faubourg St. John neighborhood

While house-hopping this weekend, don’t forget to check out the other exciting features of this unique historic neighborhood.

Preservation in Print

Putting a Face to a Name: New Slavery Exhibit at Laura Plantation Personalizes the History of Slavery

Laura Plantation has a new permanent exhibit on the history of slavery at the plantation. Read about this fascinating new exhibit, and take a tour with the PRC on March 18th.

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The PRC’s Top Ten Accomplishments of 2016

What strides did the PRC make to promote preservation in New Orleans last year? This top ten list reveals some of our greatest accomplishments in 2016. 🙌

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Holiday Gift Guide for the ‘Foodie Preservationist’

Holiday-shopping procrastinators, have no fear. Our final gift guide has plenty of mouth-watering gift ideas for the ‘foodie preservationist’ on your shopping list. 🎅

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Holiday Gift Guide for the ‘Artsy Preservationist’

The holidays are just around the corner. Our next gift guide highlights some perfect holiday gift ideas for the ‘artsy preservationist’. 🎁

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Holiday Gift Guide for the ‘Bookworm Preservationist’

Still on the hunt for the perfect holiday gift? We have some ideas that will surely impress the preservation-loving bookworm on your shopping list! 🎄

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FEMA Recommendation: Build with Flood Damage Resistant Materials

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has published a guide on how to Build with Flood Damage Resistant Materials in an effort to protect your property from future flooding.

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Louisiana Small Business Rebirth Fund Offers Assistance

In the wake of last month’s historic flooding that left many residents and business owners across south Louisiana reeling, the Louisiana Small Business Rebirth Fund aims to extend a sense of rebirth to small business owners walking a long road to recovery.