Step Inside
New Orleans
History
Where every shadow whispers tales of grandeur, and every room holds secrets of the past
The Xiques
Legacy
Built in 1847 by renowned architect Claude Treme, Xiques Mansion stands as one of New Orleans' most magnificent examples of Creole architecture. The estate was commissioned by Don Alejandro Xiques, a wealthy Spanish merchant who sought to create a legacy worthy of his family's prominence in the sugar trade.
The mansion's distinctive features include hand-forged wrought iron galleries, imported Carrara marble fireplaces, and intricate millwork crafted by local artisans. Each of the fourteen rooms tells a story of opulence and craftsmanship that defined the antebellum era.
Architectural Heritage
Raised Creole cottage design with double galleries
Original heart pine flooring throughout
Hand-painted frescoes in the grand ballroom
Secret passages connecting the main floors
Legends
& Lore
Within these walls, history and mystery intertwine, creating tales that have captivated visitors for generations
The Lady in White
Visitors often report glimpsing a woman in an elegant white gown gliding through the second-floor hallway. Local historians believe she is Esperanza Xiques, Don Alejandro's beloved daughter, still searching for her lost love who never returned from the Civil War.
"Every shadow holds a secret, every whisper tells a tale..."
The Hidden Fortune
Legend speaks of a vast treasure hidden somewhere within the mansion's walls. During the Union occupation, Don Alejandro allegedly concealed his family's wealth in a secret chamber. Despite numerous searches, the treasure remains undiscovered to this day.
"Every shadow holds a secret, every whisper tells a tale..."
The Midnight Piano
On nights when the moon is full, guests report hearing the haunting melody of a piano drifting from the grand ballroom. The piece is always the same—a melancholic waltz that Esperanza once played for her father's guests.
"Every shadow holds a secret, every whisper tells a tale..."
Gallery
of Memories
Explore the intimate details and hidden corners of this architectural masterpiece
Visit
Us Today
Step through our doors and become part of the continuing story of Xiques Mansion
Location
& Hours
521 Dauphine St,
French Quarter, New Orleans
LA 70112
Monday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(660) 888-2460
xiquesmansion@gmail.com
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