French Quarter History
French Quarter History
Next Course: Spring 2026
This course focuses on the history of the French Quarter as both the original city of New Orleans and its shifting role as the city’s flagship neighborhood. While the French, Spanish, and early American periods are covered, the emphasis of the course is on 20th century history. Topics include, but are not limited to: architecture, historical preservation, colorful characters, the rise of tourism, literature and arts, drinking culture, crime and vice, and LGBT+ history. The last class meeting is a walking tour of the French Quarter.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a Loyola University New Orleans Certificate of Completion and 2.1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Instructor: Frank Perez, B.S., M.A.
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Program Details
Tuition: $275
Next Course: Spring 2026, TBD
Day(s): Wednesday
Time: 6:20 PM - 9:20 PM
Location: Loyola Uptown Campus, TBD
Contact Hours/CEUs: 21 Contact Hours/2.1 CEUs
Scholarship Opportunity
New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund has partnered with the Office of Professional and Continuing Studies (PACS) to provide limited, full and partial tuition scholarships to eligible applicants. Applications open at various dates for select tour guiding courses. Please join our mailing list for notifications when NOTCF scholarship applications open.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Aspiring or Licensed Tour Guide of New Orleans
- Demonstrates financial need
- Must attend all sessions and ensure sign-in is completed
- Must complete the mid-point and final surveys emailed from pacs@loyno.edu
NOTCF scholarship applications are closed.
Deadline to apply: Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Applicants will be notified of status via email no later than Friday, February 28, 2025.
Discounts & Additional Information
Discounts available for Loyola alumni, current Loyola students, Loyola faculty and staff, and active duty or retired military.
Must email qualifying ID to PACS@loyno.edu upon registration.
Learn more about the Loyola Professional and Continuing Studies registration information, including parking, cancellations, and the refund policy.
Related Courses
Professional Tour Guiding 1: History of New Orleans
Professional Tour Guiding 2: Research and Storytelling