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Beauregard-Keyes House

By Angela Ash

beau house 

If history is your thing, the Beauregard-Keyes House will definitely deserve a visit! Built in 1826, this is one of the best known historic homes in all of New Orleans... and it is easy to see why.

beau room

Located in the lovely French Quarter, tours are conducted on the hour, and a wonderful peek into the 19th century will await.  The house is recognized for many things, but the most acknowledged is that it was once the residence of the famous chess player, Paul Morphy.

beau courtyard

Beauregard-Keyes House

1113 Chartres Street

504-523-7257 

www.bkhouse.org