Degas House, New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleans' Home to the French Impressionist Master Edgar Degas, the “Degas House Historic Home, Courtyard & Inn” is a masterpiece of history and hospitality. It is the only home or studio of Degas anywhere in the world that is open to the public, beautifully restored and located on majestic Esplanade Avenue just eleven blocks from the famous French quarter the home keeps the spirit of the Degas alive,

Guests at our bed and breakfast Inn, experience an unforgettable taste of the legendary and luxurious Creole Lifestyle. Guided tours (by Degas descendent) of the magnificently furnished home and our extensive collection of Degas' reproductions are available by appointment. Our gift shop offers high quality remembrances of your visit. When weddings, special event, or meetings are in your plans, our lovely courtyard and grand parlors will provide the perfect setting for unique and treasured memories for guests and families.

Rooms & Suites at the Degas House located on the 2nd and 3rd floors are named for the Musson-Degas Family. We invite you to enjoy copies (provided in every room and suite) of Degas In New Orleans by Christopher Benfey and Degas in New Orleans, A Creole Sojourn, winner of the Gold Award for Documentaries at the International Flagstaff Film Festival.

Edgar Degas kept every portrait of his family that was painted in this House until the day he died. We hope you enjoy reading and viewing the memories and observations of Degas' time in New Orleans during your visit!

Address and contact details

Degas House
2306 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans
Louisiana
70119-2502
USA

• (504) 821-5009 ( Telephone )work
• (504) 821-0870 ( Fax ) fax
• (800) 755-6730 ( Tollfree ) work
• Website

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