Saturday Apr 18, 2026
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
April 18, 2026, 1–4 p.m. Panel: 1–2:30 p.m. (Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street) Reception: 2:30–4 p.m. (Tricentennial Wing, 520 Royal Street)
Panel: 1–2:30 p.m. (Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street) Reception: 2:30–4 p.m. (Tricentennial Wing, 520 Royal Street)
free
Join us in celebrating the 100th birthday of Cosimo Matassa (1928–2014), architect of the New Orleans sound! American Routes host Nick Spitzer will lead a slate of special guests, including music scholar Matt Sakakeeny, in conversation about Matassa’s life and legacy. After the discussion, join us at 520 Royal Street for a birthday celebration featuring the Mahogany Blue Baby Dolls and DJ Buy It Now, who will spin hits from Matassa’s J&M Recording Studio. While the music plays, attendees are invited to grab a slice of cake and design their own custom album covers. Don’t miss this special opportunity to cool off during French Quarter Fest while honoring a local legend. Admission is free and open to the public; no registration is required.
Printed courtesy of www.neworleanschamber.org – Contact the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce for more information.
1515 Poydras St. STE 1010, New Orleans, LA 70112 – (504) 799-4260 – info@neworleanschamber.org