How to: Search Census Records
How to: Search Census Records A census is a complete listing of a population, and it may contain additional metadata about that population. The most commonly referenced
April 20, 2026
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Carnival Collection
This exhibit celebrates Carnival Ephemera from the Old Line Carnival Krewes, showcasing invitations, dance cards, bulletins, and admittance cards.
February 8, 2026
Yellow Fever in New Orleans
Learn more about the scale of the Yellow Fever epidemic in New Orleans, and the City’s response to it.
December 3, 2025
How to: Use City Directories
Learn more about using City Directories for Genealogy and Property Research.
November 5, 2025
Local Elections
Local Elections This fall, New Orleans residents will vote on many seats of municipal government, including the office of the Mayor, City Council, numerous parish
October 3, 2025
New Orleans Ghost Stories
New Orleans Ghost Stories As an old city with a sometimes sordid history, a multitude of myths, legends, ghost stories, and tales of people who
October 1, 2025
Documenting the Storm: Researching Katrina in the City Archives & Special Collections
Explore the resources in the City Archives & Special Collections following Hurricane Katrina. Materials include municipal records, recovery plans, photographs, and digital collections.
August 12, 2025
Digital Resources for Hurricane Katrina Research
Explore the born digital content in the City Archives regarding Hurricane Katrina. Materials include email, recovery reports, press releases, and more from the Office of the Mayor and City Council.
August 7, 2025
Weathering the Storm: Reflecting on New Orleans’ Past
“Weathering the Storm: Reflecting on New Orleans’ Past” explores the City’s experience and response to major hurricanes through municipal action, emergency preparedness, and community resources.
July 25, 2025
Looking Forward to a New Chapter
Reflecting on twenty years of renewal and change at New Orleans Public Library after Hurricane Katrina.
June 5, 2025
Nutrias.org
In 1995, archivists Wayne Everard and Irene Wainwright created the New Orleans Public Library’s first website, the beloved www.nutrias.org. In an effort to pay homage to our original web presence, we present to you the City Archives & Special Collections’ blog: Nutrias.