Our Mission
To preserve the Vieux Carré as a national treasure, to maintain its quaint and distinctive character and to achieve in that historic, living neighborhood a quality of life which can be enjoyed by residents, fellow citizens, businesses and visitors.
Current Issues
News
Gratitude and Farewell to Executive Director Meg Lousteau
Our talented longtime executive director, Meg Lousteau, has accepted a position with the National Trust for Historic Preservation as Associate Field Director for the Houston Field Office and will be stepping down at the end of this calendar year.
Events
Reflections of Cosimo Matassa: An Italian Perspective of the FQ
New Orleans music historian Jack Stewart will explore the lives of Italian-Americans in the French Quarter through the lens of famed 20th century sound engineer and FQ business owner Cosimo Matassa.
Issues
Second Chance to Weigh In on STRs! CPC to Hold Special Meeting
At Tuesday’s marathon City Planning Commission meeting, the commissioners agreed that there had not been enough time for the public, or for themselves, to fully digest and analyze the 155 page staff report. They acted to defer their vote, and to have a second CPC meeting dedicated to short-term rentals.
Advocacy
VCPORA addresses issues affecting the long term health of the French Quarter. Explore past and ongoing efforts.
Membership
Memberships provide the support that drives our mission. Join today to be a part of the force to protect and preserve the Vieux Carre.
Events
VCPORA hosts events all year round—a great way to meet new neighbors and explore hidden treasures in the French Quarter.VCPORA on Facebook
