KEEP BACKSTREET CULTURAL MUSEUM ALIVE!
Dear loyal Backstreet members and friends,
During this Christmas Season, we're asking that you add us to your gift list. Like many other Non-profit organizations, In the midst of Covid 19, we have been deeply affected financially. Currently, Backstreet Cultural Museum is open on an appointment only basis, but business is slow. We're reaching out to members, friends and the community to help us continue to function and preserve our fantastic culture. Our members are first priority to us and we're appreciate the support each of you have given usover the years.
We have a goal of $10,000 to meet in order to proceed with daily operations for the immediate future. We are asking for donations of any amount to help acheive this goal. To donate, please visit our website at Backstreetmuseum.org.and use the PayPal link. Checks, cash and CashApp is also accepted. Also, a GoFundMe link will be available soon.
On behalf of our late founder Mr. Sylvester Francis Sr, we thank you guys in advance for your support and the love, empathy and condolences we continue to receive during this bereavement period. We're committed to continuing the legacy of Mr. Francis. We plan on carrying out our 2021 yearly calendar events in accordance with Covid safety guidelines.
Your support is greatly appreciated!
Dominique Dilling, Director, Backstreet Cultural Museum.
THE HISTORY
The Backstreet Cultural Museum officially opened its doors in 1999. However, its origins can be traced back three decades to when Sylvester Francis paraded with the Gentlemen of Leisure Social Aid & Pleasure Club. A man photographing the parade wanted Francis to pay $35.00 for his own photograph. To avoid such costs in the future, Francis bought both a Super 8mm camera and a still camera and began documenting Carnival celebrations, second-line parades, and jazz funerals throughout New Orleans.
REMEMBERING SYLVESTER “HAWK” FRANCIS
FOUNDER AND CURATOR OF BACKSTREET CULTURAL MUSEUM
LOCATION
VISIT US
Every inch of the Backstreet Cultural Museum—from the front porch, to the pictures that adorn the wall, to the costumes and artifacts—contains a story.
The Backstreet Cultural Museum provides guided tours that encourage visitors to learn more about why New Orleans’ processional traditions are so important.
Visit us, and allow our tour guides to help you discover, or rediscover, New Orleans’ African American culture. We welcome school field trips and group tours year-round.
The Backstreet Cultural Museum is located at 1116 Henriette Delille Street, in New Orleans’ historic Tremé neighborhood, near the French Quarter.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday-Saturday | 10 AM - 4 PM
Closed Sundays & Mondays
ADMISSION BY APPOINTMENTS ONLY
$12 (Cash Only) Must wear face mask to enter
1116 Henriette Delille Street New Orleans, LA 70116
Telephone: 504-657-6700 or 504-606-4809
E-Mail: backstreetcmuseum@gmail.com