Degas House Home of French Impressionist Painter, Edgar Degas
Bed and Breakfast in New Orleans Perfect for special events and weddings! Tour the Edgar Degas House

Your Event Will Be A Masterpiece...

Invite your family and friends to the Degas House, the only home or studio of the French Impressionist Master, Edgar Degas, open to the public anywhere in the world. The Degas House is available for wedding ceremonies, receptions, bridal brunches, luncheons and rehearsal dinners for up to 200 people.

Your guests will enjoy an intimate setting combined with Creole elegance in our graceful double parlors bathed in the original warm Victorian colors reflected in the paintings Degas created here in the home and within the spectacular parlors which were occupied by Degas and his New Orleans family. Our breath-taking courtyard is available for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Our splendid Gallery is also available to host a cocktail reception prior to a sit-down dinner or luncheon event.


 Photo: Bob Bradford
     The Degas House is located on historic oak lined Esplanade Avenue, approximately one mile from the French Quarter and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The home evokes the romance and mystery of a lost era for those seeking a unique setting for their wedding day. Enjoy the same setting that inspired Degas to capture his family through portraits that led to the birth of the Impressionist Movement.


The lush history of the house and its restored beauty offer you a magnificent and memorable setting for the most important day of your life and will have your family and friends talking about your special day for years to come.

Convenient Secured parking is available for your guests.

Intimate Ceremony
Afternoon weddings, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday-Thursday $500
Friday-Saturday $800

  • 1-hr ceremony time
  • Use of either Courtyard or Parlors for ceremony
  • Use of Parlors for Formal Portraits
  • Columns with candles
  • Complimentary bottle of champagne

Louisiana Licensed Officiate Available (Variety of Religious and Non-Religious options)


Estelle's Wedding Package

Evening events only, 5:00 - 11:00p
Sunday-Thursday: $1,800.00
Friday & Saturday: $2,500.00

  • 3-hr Rental of Facility
  • Use of Courtyard and Parlors for event
  • Degas House staff member on hand to assist you the day of your wedding
  • Complimentary secured parking
  • Event security
  • Complimentary bottle of champagne
  • Special Bed and Breakfast rates available to your party

Afternoon with Degas

Afternoon events or brunches, 10:00a - 3:00p
Sunday-Thursday: $1,500.00
Friday $1,800.00
Saturday $ 2,000.00
  • 3-hr Rental of Facility
  • Use of Courtyard and Parlors for event
  • Degas House staff member on hand to assist you the day of your wedding
  • Complimentary secured parking
  • Event security
  • Complimentary bottle of champagne
  • Special Bed and Breakfast rates available to your party
Louisiana Licensed Officiate Available (Variety of Religious and Non-Religious options)

Upon request, additional charge: Catering, other services

Pricing and services are subject to change.
Caterer's listings/other services are recommended, but not limited to our list.


The Degas House Wedding Package
(Full Catering Package)

  • Three hour ceremony and/or reception
  • Exclusive use of our elegant parlors and courtyard area
  • Hand-Passed Hors d' oeuvres
  • Buffet Style Entrees
  • Wedding Cake and Groom's Cake Selected by You
  • Champagne for bride & groom toasting
  • Three hour open bar with call & premium brands
  • Chairs and Tables with white linens for you and your guests
  • Wedding Coordinator to help organize and direct your special day
  • Event security provided by the NOPD
  • Complimentary Event Parking
  • Special rates for our bed and breakfast





Price: $72 per person (100 guests); $67 (125 guests or more)
*Tax included
*Prices are subject to change based upon availability and costs
(Guest minimum is 100 at these prices; smaller groups may be accommodated at negotiable prices.)

Menu

Catering Provided by La Bella’s Catering, Inc.

Hot Hors d’ oeuvres (Choice of Five)

Miniature Beef or Pork Kabobs

Oyster/Crab/Crawfish Au Gratin

New Orleans Chicken Praline

Italian Sausage Stuffed Jumbo Mushroom Caps with Romano Cheese Sauce

Miniature Crawfish Pies

La Bella’s Meatballs

La Bella’s BBQ Sausage Rings

Chicken Drummettes with Cajun Sauce

Smoked Chicken Bites with Salsa

Steak Bites with Bourbon Mushroom Sauce

Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Baked Brie Puffed Pastry with Pecan Praline Sauce

Cold Hors d’ oeuvres (Choice of Five)

Overstuffed Finger Sandwiches

Miniature Muffalettas

Fancy Deviled Eggs

Artichoke Balls

Goat Cheese and Sun Dried Tomato Pesto on Toast Rounds

Cocktail Po-Boy

Iced Jumbo Shrimp with Remoulade Sauce

Pasta Salad

Entrees (Choice of Two)

Baked and Glazed Ham

Creole Chicken, Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya

Penne Pasta with Fresh Vegetables

Prosciutto Ham or Fresh Chicken Breast in a Light Chicken Stock

Shrimp Fettuccini in Heavy Cream Sauce

Roasted Sirloin Beef with Au Jus

Gumbo Station

French Market Vegetables and Fruit Display

*Tastings available by appointment
*Acrylic service ware included

Extras

(Prices are approximate. Extras provided by third party vendors and subject to change and availability.)

Disc Jockey and sound system $300
Officiant   $200
P.A. System $230
Tent Rental for the Courtyard   $675
Photographer $1,995
Videographer $995
Vegetable Tray $50
Fruit & Cheese Tray  $50
Guided Tour of Degas House   $5/guest
On-site Beauty Services varies

Beverages

The Degas House will provide you and your guests with a three-hour open bar during your event

Premium Beverage Package: Premium beverage package includes call brands of gin, vodka, bourbon, scotch, rum, red/white wine, beer, champagne for toasting, soft drinks, orange/cranberry juice, ice, and set-up labor for a three hour reception. $30.00 per person.

Full Beverage Package (The “Degas House Package” comes priced with the Full Beverage Package): Full beverage package consists of gin, vodka, bourbon, scotch, rum, red/white wine, beer, champagne for toasting, soft drinks, orange/cranberry juice, ice, and set-up labor for a three hour reception. $21.50 per person

Partial Beverage Package: Partial beverage package consists of soft drinks, red/white wine, beer, champagne for toasting, ice, and set-up labor for a three hour reception. Suggested Donation: $15.00 per person

  • The Degas House only uses high-end liquor
  • Champagne can be added for $2.50 per person
  •  Unless otherwise requested, domestic wine and beer.
  • Customization is available.
  • Licensed bartender must be provided by caterer.

The Degas Difference

What we offer:

  • Romantic Courtyard
  • History - The legacy of Degas and his art
  • Service - Professional yet personal
  • Parking - Included in Rental Fee, 90 spaces
  • Flexibility - Let us know, we’ll make it happen.
  • Luxurious Accommodations

Degas House Capacities

  • Receptions: up to 200 guests (standing)
  • Sit-down Indoor dining: up to 125 guests
  • Indoor/Outdoor dining: up to 200 guests

Deposit Requirements for Events:

50% of full amount and a refundable $500 damage deposit are due within two weeks of receiving contract.  Full pre-payment is due one month prior to event date. The event may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to the date subject to a $250 cancellation fee.  If you cancel 30 days prior to the event or at any point thereafter, you will forfeit all payments.  No reservation is confirmed until a signed contract and deposit is received.



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Degas House
2306 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
504-821-5009
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