National Register of Historic Places
Girod, Nicholas, House
Girod, Nicholas, House is a historic place in New Orleans, Orleans County, Louisiana, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000254.
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Girod, Nicholas, House
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About this place
What is Girod, Nicholas, House?
The Napoleon House, also known as the Mayor Girod House or Nicolas Girod House, is a historic building at 500 Chartres Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Built in 1794 and enlarged in 1814, its name derives from the local legend that it was intended as a residence for Napoleon Bonaparte after his exile. A plan to bring Napoleon to Louisiana was halted by news of his death in 1821.
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Listing details
- Name
- Girod, Nicholas, House
- City
- New Orleans
- County
- Orleans County
- State
- Louisiana
- Listed on the National Register
- April 15, 1970
- NRIS reference number
- 70000254
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 29.95598, -90.06505
When was Girod, Nicholas, House listed on the National Register?
Girod, Nicholas, House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1970.
Where is Girod, Nicholas, House located?
Girod, Nicholas, House is located in New Orleans, Orleans County, Louisiana at approximately 29.95598, -90.06505. See the map above.
Is Girod, Nicholas, House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Girod, Nicholas, House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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