The Presbytère Tours and Tickets

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General admission to The Presbytère is US$11 for adults, and US$9 for seniors, active military personnel, and students. Children under 6 years old can enter for free. Additionally, visitors can receive a US$2 discount when purchasing tickets for two or more Louisiana State Museums.

The Presbytère is a historic building in New Orleans' French Quarter that's part of the Louisiana State Museum. Though its name means "priest's house," it was never used for religious purposes. It served commercial functions until 1834, when it became a courthouse and joined the Louisiana State Museum in 1911.

Plan for one or two hours at The Presbytère. The Hurricane Katrina exhibit on the first floor is interactive, while the Mardi Gras exhibit on the second floor showcases elaborate costumes and artifacts. Depending on your interest level, you might want to allocate more time to experience both collections.

The Presbytère museum features two permanent exhibits. The first, Mardi Gras: It's Carnival Time in Louisiana, dives deep into this iconic celebration through costumes and parade floats. The second exhibit is Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond, which documents the devastating 2005 hurricane, its aftermath, and the ongoing recovery efforts.

Yes, The Presbytère is fully wheelchair and stroller accessible, and there’s elevator access between each of the museum’s two floors. Service animals are welcome, too. Jackson Square, where the museum is located, is easily accessible, despite some challenging sidewalks in the historic quarter. Contact the museum’s offices for more information.