Pitot House

This historic West-Indies style home that dates back to 1799 has been a convent, the residence of the first mayor of New Orleans, and once owned by the great-great grandmother of Edgar Degas. It was also saved from demolition by the Louisiana Landmarks Society in 1964 when it was moved 220 feet up Bayou St. John and restored. It a house with a lot of stories to tell!

For a photographer, the Pitot house is a dream to photograph. Some of the best features are the unique wood fence, deep green shutters, brick patio, stately columns and wrap around porches with breathtaking view of Bayou St. John. Located on Moss St., this is an easy spot to find parking, and the fenced in grounds make it safe for little ones to run around. The light in the late afternoon is gorgeous as the sun sets over the bayou and blankets the front gardens of the property.

Many thanks to Claire Marie and Teddy for joyously exploring the Pitot House with me!