Edgar Degas spent time in New Orleans, in this house.

In 1872, Degas traveled with his brother Rene to New Orleans, Louisiana, to visit their uncle, Michel Musson. After his departure in 1873 back to France was delayed, he decided to paint to pass the time.

Degas created 18 paintings, 4 drawings and 5 letters while here in New Orleans in 1872 and 1873.