Received the following from the DDD
823 Canal Street Undergoing Major Facade Renovation;
DDD Facade Improvement Matching Grant Aids Project
There is a major historic renovation underway at 823 Canal Street, the site of an Italianate commercial building originally constructed in the 1890's. Since then, two major renovations have taken place, including the removal of the historic architectural elements in the 1950's, and a further alteration in the 1970's.
With the assistance of a DDD Facade Improvement Matching Grant, property owners at 823 Canal Street are working to restore the facade to its original design. The work includes the removal of a steel exterior stairway, installation of six windows matching the original architecture, new paint, glass, and stucco.
"This project is significant for many reasons," says DDD Retail Attraction Specialist Ryan Bordenave. "Not only is this an investment in the facade of the building, but it will help the DDD and the property owner in efforts to attract a national brand retailer to the property. Futhermore, the neighboring property owner is also now considering an historic renovation to the facade of his property at 827 Canal Street."
The renovations at 823 and 827 Canal Street are part of a three-block improvement strategy, and these two projects will complete the 800 block. The restoration of the facades in the 800 block of Canal Street will greatly aid the DDD in its retail attraction efforts by creating a much more inviting environment.
For more information on the DDD's Facade Improvement Matching Grant program, visit
www.neworleansdowntown.com/facade_grant.
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Louisiana Cancer Research Center Nearing Completion
The 172,000 square foot, state-of-the-art Louisiana Cancer Research Center is nearing completion. Located at the corner of Tulane and Claiborne Avenues, the new facility will be an anchor of BioDistrict New Orleans--together with the University Medical Center, the VA Hospital, the New Orleans BioInnovation Center, medical schools and other health and research facilities.
The 10-story building will include 21,000 square feet of office space, 36,000 square feet of wet lab space, and 11,000 square feet of animal research space. There is also 50,000 square feet of expansion space on the fifth and sixth floors.
The Center is scheduled to open in September of 2011. It will be operated by the Louisiana Cancer Research Consortium (LCRC) and its partners. The mission of LCRC is to develop a coordinated cancer research and education program that will optimize discovery and development of innovative cancer therapies; lead to innovative clinical treatment programs offering new opportunities for early detection, treatment and prevention of cancer in the New Orleans region; and promote regional economic growth.
For more information, visit
www.lcrc.info.
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Music Voyager to Air in New Orleans Sunday
'The Music Voyager,' a music and travel television series, will air in New Orleans on Sunday, May 22 at noon on Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB-HD).
In 2010, the DDD partnered with Music Voyager production teams to co-produce an episode filmed in Downtown New Orleans. The episode follows local New Orleans musicians through Downtown and other neighborhoods, highlighting each musician's favorite restaurants, shops, and hangouts. Among the musicians featured in the New Orleans episode are Jeremy Davenport and Trombone Shorty.
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Cochon Chef Stephen Stryjewski Wins James Beard Award as Best Chef: South
Cochon restaurant in the Warehouse District is a favorite of locals and visitors alike, and the James Beard Foundation has now named Chef Stephen Stryjewski the Best Chef: South. Two other New Orleans chefs were also nominated in the same category.
To read more, click here.
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Here's a Little Bit More of What's Up Downtown This Month...
New Orleans Wine & Food Experience
What: World-renowned winemakers, celebrated chefs, and industry insiders come together for a showcase of signature food and wine events.
When: May 24-28
Where: New Orleans Superdome
DDD Board Meeting
What: Monthly meeting of the DDD Board of Commissioners; open to the public
When: June 7, 2011, 4:00 p.m.
Where: DDD Board Room, 201 St. Charles Avenue, Suite 3912, New Orleans, LA 70170
Click here for full schedule
YLC Wednesday at the Square
What: Free outdoor concert, featuring a performance by Tab Benoit + Navy Band New Orleans Full Steam Brass Band
When: Wednesday, May, 25, 5-7:30 p.m.
Where: Lafayette Square
City of New Orleans Recycling Drop-Off
What: The City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation encourages citizens to bring their recyclables to 2829 Elysian Fields Avenue. Items accepted includes newspapers, magazines, office paper, certain plastics, cardboard, tires, electronics and more. For a full list of acceptable items, call (504) 658-3800
When: Saturdays only, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: 2829 Elysian Fields Avenue
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For more information on any of the articles featured in What's Up Downtown, or to submit an item for consideration,
contact Lauren Hotard at lhotard[at]neworleansdowntown.com.