Events

Photo courtesy Sara Essex Bradley Enjoy an intimate evening with homeowners Lee Ledbetter and Doug Meffert in the former residence of Nathaniel “Buster” Curtis, Jr. – one of New Orleans' most notable 20th century architects – who helped to design the Superdome, the Rivergate, the main branch of the New Orleans Public Library, and many other modernist buildings … Continued

Advance ticket sales for this event have ended! Tickets will still be available at the door at Tour Headquarters (15 Tern Street) for $30. Wear your favorite threads from Trashy Diva for $5 off admission to the tour!   Tour four private Mid Century residences connected by the levee and Ozone Park in Lake Vista. … Continued

Advance sale tickets are closed – you can still get yours at the door tonight!   Get down to the sounds of Mod Dance Party at the fabulous Drifter Hotel. Mid Century attire is encouraged! Cash bar. $10, free for members (PRC, NOAF, or DOCOMOMO). Become a member today!   Click here to join the … Continued

Designing Life is a documentary that explores the life and work of the modernist architect and student of Frank Lloyd Wright, Albert C. Ledner. Created by Catherine Ledner and Roy Beeson. See the trailer here. Free & open to the public. A few things to keep in mind: Seating will be somewhat limited – bring … Continued

Use cutting edge technology in building imaging and 3D modeling to tour the once-grand Rivergate Convention Center, which was demolished in 1995. The majestic c.1968 building by Curtis and Davis featured a cantilevered concrete roof and was beloved by architecture enthusiasts. $30, $15 for members (PRC, NOAF, or DOCOMOMO). Space is limited and advance registration … Continued

Join Tulane University Professor Emeritus of Architecture John P. Klingman as he leads a tour of the Lake Vista neighborhood. Historically important for the original Spanish Fort constructed by Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville along the edge of Bayou St John, the neighborhood is noteworthy today for its revolutionary planning concept. Beginning around 1938, Lake Vista … Continued

This event is sold out! Please join us for the remaining events in the Mid Mod NOLA series.   Get a behind-the-scenes look at the history and architecture of one of New Orleans’ most recognizable Mid-Century Modern buildings, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2016. The tour … Continued

The resurgence of interest in Mid-Century Modern architecture has led to the redevelopment of a wide variety of these structures. While many are eligible for State and/or Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits, understanding how and when a building qualifies requires an in-depth understanding of its history and construction. Talk by Alison Saunders, Tax Incentives Director … Continued

Please join PRC, NOAF, DOCOMOMO US/Louisiana, and StudioWTA for an evening celebrating the remarkable life and career of Wayne Troyer, FAIA. Wayne’s guiding hand on StudioWTA’s work has affected New Orleans in so many positive ways; and his true love of Modernism and contemporary architecture has inspired students, practicing architects, urbanists, designers and preservationists over … Continued