• The Cabildo was the site of the Louisiana Purchase transfer ceremonies late in 1803, and continued to be used by the New Orleans city council until the mid-1850s.
  • Thus, the Cabildo as we know it began to take shape. ... That was the Cabildo of the patriots of 1810 and that was its time of greatest splendor.
  • The Cabildo is one of the most historically significant buildings in America. ... From 1803 to 1812 the Cabildo was used by the Louisiana Territorial Superior Court.
  • Come visit the Cabildo, the site of the Louisiana Purchase transfer ceremonies in 1803 and one of Louisiana’s most significant historical buildings.
  • From landmark court cases to visits from international ambassadors, many important events in Louisiana have taken place within the Cabildo.
  • Things to Do & See at The Cabildo. Exploring The Cabildo, there's a wealth of experiences waiting to immerse you in the soul of New Orleans.
  • When Juan de Garay founded the city in 1580, according to the Leyes de Indias (laws passed by the Spanish government), he chose to build the Cabildo.
  • The Cabildo was the seat of the Spanish colonial government. The word "cabildo" means "city council" in Spanish.
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  • The Cabildo. Colonial town hall with daily guided tours. ... The Cabildo de Buenos Aires was the site of Spain's colonial administration in the city.