The New Orleans Public Library

Celebrates 125 Years of Service


The City Archives & Special Collections Department is happy to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the New Orleans Public Library.


May: Local Music


Grauman Marks Photograph Collection

Musicians in the images include Billie Pierce, Dede Pierce, Andrew Blakeney, and Alcide "Slow Drag" Pavageau.


The City Archives & Special Collections Department would like to spotlight the following collections and programs.

Please visit our Research Guide for information on accessing archival material or setting up an appointment.

NOPL Jambalaya Program records, 1975-1980

A series of lectures on New Orleans History and Culture, including a series called "New Orleans: City of Music."

NOPL Early Sheet Music Collection

A description and index of the collection of local, historical sheet music.

Crescent City Sounds

A brand new program built by the New Orleans Public Library to stream and feature local musicians. The link above has information about the program, as well as instructions for local musicians to apply to have their music added to the library.


Go to: Online Exhibits | City Archives & Special Collections



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