Williams Research Center Symposium: Crescent City Sport
Hotel Monteleone 214 Royal Street., New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Sports and Crescent City history come together for the Historic New Orleans Collection's 24th Williams Research Center Symposium, held in conjunction with THNOC's exhibition Crescent City Sport: Stories of Courage and Change at Hotel Monteleone. Moderated by retired sports broadcaster Jim Henderson, the day will feature a roster of speakers exploring the history and dynamics of sports in New Orleans. Topics will include: Native American stickball, early women cyclists, boxing clubs, slavery in horse-racing, and the birth of the New Orleans Saints.
Don't miss the chance to attend a special interview with John Mecom, Jr., the original owner of the Saints. 9 am. $90; $75 for THNOC members; $50 for students and educators. hnoc.org.