Preservation Resource Center

Do you love old NOLA houses? Then PRC might be the non-​profit to you. They sponsor tours and offer renovation workshops. And otherwise support neighborhood and historic preservation.
I’ve enjoyed their stained glass window tours, their shotgun tours, but I haven’t been on the fancy mansion one… imagine that.
Yes, I think they can get a bit myopic but that comes with being passionate about historic architecture.

The PRC does a lot of great preservation work along with being a great resource for all things related to New Orleans historic architecture. You can learn the difference between a Creole cottage, double gallery and shotgun house. They also offer educational programs, home tours, and other events. There are both permanent and rotating exhibits on New Orleans architecture and historic neighborhoods along with a gift shop.

The staff here are wonderful. I’ve always found the to be helpful and informative.
Their Preservation in Print periodical is a great resource and a delightful read.

The PRC is awesome!
My nonprofit organization frequently uses the PRC conference room, so I’ve gotten plenty of opportunities to walk around and check out the place.
The building itself is located on Tchoupitoulas St, right next to Ugly Dog Saloon. Inside, there is a bunch of cool historic New Orleans information to be found. They have different sections with information on the historic districts and even have free maps and brochures about all our beloved neighborhoods.
In the lobby, they sell a range of New Orleans preservation related books and gifts, including a rad «History You Can Live In» shotgun T-​Shirt. They also sell photography from local artists.
I highly recommend visiting the PRC. Much of the work they do is all about education and outreach, so they frequently host interesting workshops and lectures, all listed on their events calendar on their website. They really do make you appreciate the city and it’s rich historic architecture even more.

Among the varied «go tos» in New Orleans with the regard to neighborhood histories, definitions, and home tours the Preservation Resource Center (more commonly known as the PRC) provides a knowledgable staff, annual events, and converted open warehouse space in the heart of the Warehouse District.