The Cabildo, Spanish colonial government building in French Quarter, New Orleans, United States.
The Cabildo features classic Spanish colonial architecture with arched windows, a mansard roof, and stands next to St Louis Cathedral at Jackson Square.
Built between 1795 and 1799, the Cabildo served as the site of the Louisiana Purchase transfer in 1803, marking the sale of territories from France to America.
The Louisiana State Museum at the Cabildo presents exhibits about early settlements, diverse ethnic communities, and the development of New Orleans through artifacts.
Visitors can explore three floors of exhibits Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM, with admission fees of 10 dollars for adults and 8 dollars for seniors.
The Cabildo survived a major fire in 1988 that destroyed its third floor and cupola, leading to a restoration project using traditional French timber construction methods.
Location: Louisiana
Inception: 1799
Official opening: 1911
Architectural style: Baroque
Address: 701 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130 70116
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-16:00; Monday closed; Holidays closed
Phone: +15045686968
Website: https://louisianastatemuseum.org/museum/cabildo
GPS coordinates: 29.95722,-90.06417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:41
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