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in the French Quarter), while the Preservation Hall venue undergoes infrastructural renovations. The story of Preservation Hall dates back to the 1950s at Associated Artists, a small art gallery at 726 St. Peter Street in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Upon opening the gallery the proprietor Larry Borenstein found that it curtailed his ability to attend the few remaining local jazz concerts, and beg

an inviting these musicians to perform “rehearsal sessions” in the gallery itself. These sessions featured living legends of New Orleans Jazz – George Lewis, Punch Miller, Sweet Emma Barrett, Billie and De De Pierce, The Humphrey Brothers, and dozens more. During this period, traditional jazz had taken a backseat in popularity to rock n’ roll and bebop, leaving many of these players to work odd jobs. Although concerted efforts by aficionados such as William “Bill” Russell succeeded in recording and documenting this fading artform during the “New Orleans Jazz Revival” of the 1940s, venues that offered live New Orleans jazz were few and far between. Before long, Borenstein’s sessions took on a life of their own; enthusiasts of the music gravitated toward the gallery, including a young couple from Pennsylvania named Allan and Sandra Jaffe. The Jaffes arrived in New Orleans in 1960, on an extended honeymoon from Mexico City. During their visit they conversed with a few jazz musicians in Jackson Square who were on their way to “Mr. Larry’s Gallery.” As avid fans of New Orleans jazz, the honeymooners followed the musicians and were introduced to Borenstein along with a number of living jazz greats that had gathered that evening for a jam session. Needless to say, they were enraptured by what they saw and heard. The music was pure and unaffected by the swaying of popular music. Most of these musicians were elderly, many of whom were contemporaries of Buddy Bolden and other early jazz practitioners. The Jaffes knew they happened upon something special and soon after moved to New Orleans permanently. The jam sessions at 726 St. Peter became much more frequent, so much that Borenstein moved his gallery to the building next door. Performances were held nightly for donations and were organized by a short-lived not-for-profit organization, The New Orleans Society for The Preservation of Traditional Jazz. Shortly after the Jaffes returned to New Orleans, Borenstein passed the nightly operations of the hall to Allan Jaffe on a profit-or-loss basis, and Preservation Hall was born. Operating as a family business, Preservation Hall supported the unique culture of traditional jazz in New Orleans, which developed in the local melting pot of African, Caribbean, and European musical traditions at the turn of the 20th century. Preservation Hall was a rare space in the South where racially-integrated bands and audiences shared music together during the Jim Crow era. At the center of that family business, the Jaffe’s became involved in the southern Civil Rights Movement (and were even persecuted) as heads of an integrated venue in a time of cruelly-policed racial segregation. The nightly jazz concerts at Preservation Hall gathered a significant amount of press interest from its inception, first from local media, then a year later from national outlets, such as The New York Times and the Brinkley News Hour. As time went on, Allan believed the success of both the Hall and its mission of preservation would require these bands to tour, and in 1963, he organized the newly minted Preservation Hall Jazz Band for a string of performances in the Midwest. True to Jaffe’s estimation, the tour was a success and interest in the band and the rediscovery of New Orleans music stretched as far as Japan. The following decades found the band traveling and featured on a wide array of performances, from The Filmore West with the Grateful Dead to the palace of the King of Thailand (who sat in on alto sax). Following Allan Jaffe’s untimely passing in 1987, Preservation Hall and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band now operate under the leadership of the Jaffes' second son, Benjamin. Twitter: @PresHall
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09/19/2024

- The Preservation Hall Jazz Band plays "Hindusan" live at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA for a crowd of over 5,000. Shot & aired in 1974 on WNET.

09/17/2024

We're gearing up for some super special Preservation Hall shows at the historic Toulouse Theater during the fourth annual NOLAxNOLA, an 11-day celebration of New Orleans music from September 27th - October 6th. Thank you for championing our local venues!

Tickets for our NOLAxNOLA events and remaining October shows are available now at preservationhall.com/calendar

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09/10/2024

As Francine makes its way to the Louisiana coast, we are taking precautions to ensure the safety of our musicians, team members and patrons. Preservation Hall has suspended performances at Toulouse Theatre for tonight, Wednesday and Thursday.

The Preservation Hall Foundation is prepared to provide emergency relief resources to the musicians in the form of financial assistance, storm preparation and other needs that may arrive during this time. We are monitoring the storm closely and will remain vigilant throughout.

Thank you for your continued support.
- Ben Jaffe and Preservation Hall Foundation

09/01/2024

Our Labor Day Sale ends TOMORROW - shop now for 15% off our entire store.

Full store linked in bio.

08/15/2024

T-SHIRT BLOWOUT SALE- for a limited time only all T-shirts are 20% off - discount applied at checkout. Click the link below to shop discounted tees & all apparel.

Discount ends this Saturday, 8/17 at midnight CST.

SHOP HERE: https://preservation-hall-store.myshopify.com/

06/26/2024

The Toulouse Theater summer residency commences 🥁

All Preservation Hall performances will take place at the historic Toulouse Theater as we undergo infrastructural renovations.

June tickets available now at preservationhall.com/calendar or at the link in bio.

📸: Camille Barnett

06/18/2024

If you pass by Preservation Hall these days, you'll notice we're boarded up for renovations! Big thank you to Josh at Josh Wingerter Art Gallery for painting this homage to Preservation Hall legends on the plywood.

If you were hoping to see some music, don't fret! We've moved our nightly shows over to the Toulouse Theater. Tickets to our Toulouse Residency are available at the link in our bio.

06/17/2024

Summer nights at Toulouse ✨

June tickets for our Toulouse summer residency are available now at preservationhall.com/calendar or at the link in bio.

All Preservation Hall performances will take place at the historic Toulouse Theater as we undergo infrastructural renovations.

📸 Camille Barnett

05/08/2024

It’s with great pleasure we announce Preservation Hall’s summer residency at the historic Toulouse Theatre around the corner from the Hall at 615 Toulouse Street.

Nightly performances at Toulouse Theatre will kick off on June 13th, bringing the sounds of New Orleans music to the beloved venue, as Preservation Hall undergoes infrastructure upgrades to ensure we are still around for years to come.

The concert times will shift to the following schedule:

Monday-Sunday

Showtimes: 5:00pm and 7:30pm

Get your tickets or reserve a table starting May 15th! 🎟️

04/27/2024

An incredible Pres Hall Jazz Band x Jon Batiste crossover at Jazzfest yesterday! Featuring killing it on the trombone ⚡️

📸: Steve Rapport

04/26/2024

More from a fantastic Midnight Preserves kickoff 🌙

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04/26/2024

Night 1 magic ✨

Thank you to all who showed up last night to support the Foundation's mission at our biggest event of the year, and to our incredible guest artists who brought the energy to the Preservation Hall stage last night.

Photos by the wonderful

03/18/2024

Trumpet runs in the family. 🎺

4 Generations of Trumpet:
John "Picky" Brunious.
John Brunious.
Wendell Brunious.
Mark Braud.

Pass it on.

03/12/2024

Kaleb Summers is a trombonist and one of New Orleans’ up and comers in the musical community. Many of the elder musicians from the Preservation Hall Collective lovingly took Kaleb under their wings, including the late great Lucien Barbarin.

“Mr. Barbarin taught me how to move towards dreams and goals. I was able to learn from the way he breathed life into the words he spoke. He showed how speaking out of inspiration, hope, love, and no doubt could drastically change the outcome of any situation. I was only 14 when he convinced me I could perform a song he just taught me backstage. It made it possible since I had zero doubt in his words when he spoke to me which allowed me to feel that I can do anything.”

-Kaleb Summers (.s)

Kaleb is stylin’ the PresHall Long Sleeve Tee in Navy. Store link in bio.

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03/01/2024

Tickets for our annual benefit series Midnight Preserves are now available! Get yours for all eight nights today at the link in our Instagram bio or at preshallfoundation.org/midnightpreserves 🌙

New in 2024, we're offering "Courtyard Only Tickets", which enable guests to enjoy the open air courtyard, open bar, and exclusive access to a projection of the closed circuit livestream of the performance. As always, proceeds go to the Preservation Hall Foundation, supporting local schools, musicians, and more.

Get tickets and learn more at preshallfoundation.org/midnightpreserves 💫 - link in bio.

02/15/2024

There will never be enough words to describe how we feel about the loss of Kerry “Fat Man” Hunter.

While we’ll miss seeing you walk through the gates every week, we will always feel the light of your presence in this room you so loved.

His beat will continue to thump on in our hearts and his smile will always remind us of what is good in the world.

Rest well Kerry, we’re looking forward to celebrating your life in perpetuity.🥁

02/14/2024

Hope it was a wonderful Mardi Gras for you and yours 🎺🎷💚

📸: Amy Harris, 2020

02/06/2024

From the archives - Dan Leyrer's behind-the-scenes shot of 1964 album "Sweet Emma Barrett and her Preservation Hall Jazz Band" - vinyl reissue available for purchase online and in store now.

02/02/2024

Today, we wish Mr. Lawrence Cotton a wonderful and most youthful 97th birthday. A legendary pianist, culture bearer, and beloved eldest member of the Preservation Hall Foundation Legacy Program, Mr. Cotton never fails to share his musical joy and knowledge with all who are blessed to know him. Happy 97th! 🎉

02/01/2024

Celebrating and honoring Black history, tradition, and joy this month and every month.

01/29/2024

Preservation Hall Brass Band takes the stage the second Saturday! Can't wait to see y'all there- tickets on sale now. 🎺🎉

12/12/2023

It's not too late to book tickets for the family for Creole Christmas at the Hall, come celebrate New Orleans style! 🎄🎺🎵 Ticket link in comments below.

12/05/2023

Glen Finister Andrews has been playing drums since the age of six and credits his musical education to the many luminaries in his multi-generational musical family, including James Andrews, Revert Andrews, and Glen David Andrews.

“I never in a million years thought I would be playing at the Preservation Hall. I’ll never take it for granted to be filling such big shoes for the giants that came before me!”

-Glen Finister Andrews

Mr. Andrews is rockin’ the new Hi-Life Tee available now in our store. https://preservation-hall-store.myshopify.com/

11/23/2023

The perfect gift for the music lovers in your life - shop now ❤️

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11/21/2023

Bomber Jackets are back!💥 New styles available in our store NOW. Link in comments below.

10/27/2023

Wishing another Happy Birthday to our Musical Director, Mr. Wendell Brunious! 🎂 🎉

10/24/2023

Jaffe vs. Charlie. 📸 Danny Clinch Photography

10/11/2023

Posted • Kids in the Hall season is in full swing here on St. Peter! These awesome 7th graders from the Harding Academy of Memphis enjoyed an afternoon of music and learning from some of the most beloved musicians at the hall, led by none other than Mr. Leroy Jones. 🎺

Check the link in our bio for more information on Kids in the Hall field trips!

10/07/2023

The one and only Ronell Johnson this afternoon at the Hall.

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The Story of Preservation Hall

Established in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter, Preservation Hall is a historic music venue founded in 1961 to honor one of America’s truest forms of art: Traditional New Orleans Jazz.

Although the Preservation Hall building at 726 St. Peter Street has served many purposes over the years, including a private residence as early as 1750, a tavern during the war of 1812 and a photo studio in the early 1900s, the story of Preservation Hall dates back to the 1950s, when the building housed a small gallery called Associated Artists. Owner Larry Borenstein found the business was curtailing his ability to attend the few remaining jazz concerts in New Orleans, so he began inviting local musicians to perform “rehearsal sessions” in the gallery itself. These sessions featured living legends of New Orleans jazz, including George Lewis, Punch Miller, Sweet Emma Barrett, Billie and De De Pierce, the Humphrey brothers and dozens more.

During this period, traditional jazz had taken a backseat in popularity to rock n’ roll and bebop, leaving many of these players to work odd jobs. Although concerted efforts by aficionados such as William “Bill” Russell succeeded in recording and documenting this fading art form during the “New Orleans Jazz Revival” of the 1940s, venues that offered live New Orleans jazz were few and far between. Despite this dip in popularity, before long, Borenstein’s sessions took on a life of their own; enthusiasts of the music gravitated toward the gallery, including a young couple from Pennsylvania named Allan and Sandra Jaffe.

The Jaffes arrived in New Orleans in 1960 on an extended honeymoon from Mexico City. During their visit, they conversed with a few jazz musicians in Jackson Square who were on their way to “Mr. Larry’s Gallery.” As avid fans of New Orleans jazz, the honeymooners followed the musicians and were introduced to Borenstein along with a number of living jazz greats that had gathered that evening for a jam session. Needless to say, they were enraptured by what they saw and heard. The music was pure and unaffected by the swaying of popular music. Most of these musicians were elderly, many of whom were contemporaries of Buddy Bolden and other early jazz practitioners. The Jaffes knew they stumbled upon something special, and moved to New Orleans permanently soon after.

The jam sessions at 726 St. Peter became much more frequent, so much so that Borenstein moved his gallery to the building next door. Performances were held nightly for donations and were organized by a short-lived not-for-profit organization, The New Orleans Society for The Preservation of Traditional Jazz. Soon after the Jaffes moved to New Orleans, Borenstein passed the nightly operations of the building to Allan Jaffe on a profit-or-loss basis, and Preservation Hall was born.

Following Allan Jaffe’s untimely passing in 1987, Preservation Hall, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and non-profit Preservation Hall Foundation now operate under the leadership of the Jaffe’s son, Benjamin. Picking up the mission where his parents left off, Ben Jaffe began a series of initiatives centered around expanding listenership to the music, both at the Hall and on tour. As the years continued, the band began and welcomed a number of collaborative tours and recordings with artists outside of the traditional jazz genre, including the Blind Boys of Alabama (gospel), Mos Def (hip-hop), the Del McCoury Band (bluegrass), My Morning Jacket (rock), and even a modern dance/ballet collaboration with critically-acclaimed choreographer Trey McIntyre.

Although the building at 726 St. Peter, with its shadowy carriageway and gracefully weathered walls, has been virtually untouched over its history, the spirit of Preservation Hall has evolved with the times. As the Hall hosts nightly shows in the French Quarter and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band tours the world, the Preservation Hall Foundation serves local New Orleans communities through music education in schools and detention centers, archiving of the Hall’s extensive historical collections, and support for the city's jazz legends as they age.

Today, the Hall is filled to capacity on any given night, with people eager to hear New Orleans jazz played by veteran musicians alongside much younger practitioners, embracing and perpetuating one of the world's most unique musical legacies.

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Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 9:45pm
Tuesday	5:30pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday	5pm - 9:30pm
Thursday	5pm - 9:30pm
Friday	5pm - 9:30pm
Saturday	5pm - 9:30pm
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