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Thu Jul 23, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum Board reviews Lower Pontalba Apartment updates and finances

The Louisiana State Museum Board’s finance committee meets to adopt minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates on the Lower Pontalba Apartments and museum finances. No substantive decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM 400 ESPLANADE AVE. NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 11:30 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Darryl Gissel 11:30 2. Adoption of Agenda + Darryl Gissel 3. Adoption of Minutes from June 25, 2026 Meeting + Darryl Gissel 4. Public Comments 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard Becky Mackie 11:40 a. Commercial Updates + b. Residential Updates + 6. Financial Report 7. Property Management Report Becky Mackie 11:45 8. Old Business Darryl Gissel 12:00 9. New Business Darryl Gissel 12:05 10. Adjourn + Darryl Gissel 12:10 +Action item
Thu Jul 23, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum Board Executive Committee meets July 23, 2026

This is a procedural meeting of the Executive Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors. The agenda includes adoption of minutes, committee reports, and old/new business, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM 400 ESPLANADE AVE. NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026 12:15 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 12:15 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from June 25, 2026 Meeting+ Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 12:25 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 12:35 7. Irby/Finance + Darryl Gissell 12:45 8. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:55 9. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 01:05 10. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 01:15 11. Architectural Preservation Malcolm Hodnett 01:25 12. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 01:35 13. Old Business Wendy Lodrig 01:45 14. New Business Wendy Lodrig 01:50 15. Adjourn + Wendy Lodrig +Action item
Tue Jul 7, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum board to vote on new acquisitions and deaccessions

The Louisiana State Museum Collections Committee will meet to adopt minutes from the May 5 meeting and vote on proposed additions and removals from the museum’s collection. The board will also review outgoing and incoming loans, conservation updates, and extensions for existing loans.

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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS G reen Room (Mint), New Orleans, LA 70116 July 7, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT I. C all to Order II. A doption of the Agenda I II. A doption of Minutes from May 5, 2026 IV. Pr oposed Acquisitions for the Collection Gifts V. P roposed Deaccessions from the Collection V I. Outgoing Loans VI I. Conservation V III. Incoming Loans IX. Incoming Loan Extensions X. Old Business X I. N ew Business X II. A djournment 2
Thu Jun 25, 2026

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Louisiana State Museum Executive Committee to meet June 25

The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum will meet to receive reports and conduct business. The board is scheduled to vote on the adoption of the agenda and the minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026 11:30 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 11:30 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from May 28, 2026 Meeting+ Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 11:40 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 11:50 7. Irby/Finance + Darryl Gissell 12:00 8. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:10 9. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 12:15 10. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 12:20 11. Architectural Preservation Malcolm Hodnett 12:25 12. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 12:30 13. Old Business Wendy Lodrig 12:35 14. New Business Wendy Lodrig 12:40 15. Adjourn + Wendy Lodrig +Action item
Thu Jun 25, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum Board reviews Lower Pontalba Apartment updates and property finances

The Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors meets to adopt minutes, hear public comments, and discuss Lower Pontalba Apartment updates, a bank resolution, and property management. No substantive decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026 10:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Darryl Gissel 10:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Darryl Gissel 3. Adoption of Minutes from May 28, 2026 Meeting + Darryl Gissel 4. Public Comments 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard Becky Mackie 10:10 a. Commercial Updates + b. Residential Updates + 6. Bank Resolution + Becky Mackie 10:40 7. Property Management Report Becky Mackie 10:45 8. Old Business Darryl Gissel 11:00 9. New Business Darryl Gissel 11:05 10. Adjourn + Darryl Gissel 11:10 +Action item
Mon Jun 15, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Louisiana State Museum Board to vote on officer nominations and financial statements

The Board of Directors will meet to review reports on capital projects, public programs, and museum reaccreditation. The body is scheduled to vote on officer nominations and financial statements.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 3330 N. CAUSEWAY BLVD METAIRIE LA. 70002 1st FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM 12 NOON AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 12:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from March 16, 2026 Meeting + Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 12:10 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 12:20 a. Capital Projects b. Public Programs c. Legislative Update d. Reaccreditation Update 7. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:35 a. Treasurer/Irby Chair & Secretary Nominations & Elections + 8. Irby/Finance Darryl Gissell 12:50 a. Commercial Update b. Residential Update + c. Financial Statements + Becky Mackie d. Property Management + 9. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 1:05 10. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 1:15 11. Friends of Madame John’s Legacy Kim Abramson 1:25 12. E.D. White Historic Site Malcolm Hodnett 1:45 13. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 1:50 14. Exhibits – Sportsman’s Paradise Becky Mackie 2:00 15. New Orleans Jazz Museum Greg Lambousy 2:10 16. Capitol Park and Regional Museums Jennae Biddiscombe 2 …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Governance Committee to nominate Treasurer and Secretary

The Governance Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes, receive the Chairman's report, and nominate candidates for Treasurer and Secretary. Public comments must relate to agenda items.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Meeting of the Governance Committee of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum New Orleans Jazz Museum, Green Room New Orleans, LA Wednesday, June 10, 2026 3:30 pm AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 3:30 2. Adoption of Agenda + 3. Adoption of Minutes from March 9, 2026 Meeting + 4. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 3:35 a. Nominations for Treasurer + b. Nominations for Secretary + 5. Old Business 3:45 6. New Business Wendy Lodrig 3:50 7. Adjourn + +Action item
Wed Jun 3, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Louisiana State Museum Education Committee meets June 3

The Education Committee of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum will meet to receive reports and conduct business. The meeting includes updates from the Jazz Museum, Capitol Park, Jackson Square Museums, and the Louisiana Civil Rights Museum.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM, GREEN ROOM 3RD FLOOR NEW ORLEANS, LA WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 11:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Suzanne Perlis 11:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Suzanne Perlis 3. Adoption of Minutes April 1, 2026 + Suzanne Perlis 4. Public Comments 11:05 5. Chairman’s Report Suzanne Perlis 11:10 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 11:15 7. Jazz Museum Lisa McLendon 11:30 8. Capitol Park Cody Scallions 11:45 9. Jackson Square Museums Chris Cook 11:50 10. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum 11:55 11. Old Business Suzanne Perlis 12:00 12. New Business Suzanne Perlis 12:05 13. Adjourn + +Action item
Thu May 28, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Louisiana State Museum Irby/Finance Committee to review Pontalba apartment updates

The Irby/Finance Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors will meet to discuss property management. The board is scheduled to vote on the adoption of the agenda and the minutes from the April 23, 2026 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Museum board approves FY 2026-27 Irby budget and commercial lease extensions

The Irby/Finance Committee approved the FY 2026-27 budget with adjustments to rental income and repair costs. The board also approved lease extensions for Waffle Time and Pro Image, and set a repayment schedule for unpaid rent from Five’s.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 10:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Darryl Gissel 10:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Darryl Gissel 3. Adoption of Minutes from April 23, 2026 Meeting + Darryl Gissel 4. Public Comments 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard Becky Mackie 10:10 a. Commercial Updates + b. Residential Updates + 6. Property Management Report Becky Mackie 10:45 7. Old Business Darryl Gissel 11:00 8. New Business Darryl Gissel 11:05 9. Adjourn + Darryl Gissel 11:10 +Action item
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) THE CABILDO 701 CHARTRES ST. NEW ORLEANS, LA. 70116 THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 10:00AM MEMBERS PRESENT: Darryl Gissel, Kar! Connor, Thelma French, Wendy Lodrig. MEMBERS ABSENT: Kevin Kelly BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: R. Duncan Brown LSM STAFF PRESENT: Blaze D’Amico, Rebecca (Becky) Mackie, Amanda Smith, Cody Scallions, Jeffery Anding, Nicole Coleman, Patricia Smith. OTHERS PRESENT: Ali Hassan (Pro Image Tenant), McEnery Representatives, Rosy Wilson, Peter Raymond. A quorum was present. 1. 5. Call to Order — Darryl! Gissel called the meeting to order at 10:07 am. Adoption of the Agenda — Wendy Lodrig motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Thelma French, and it was unanimously approved. Adoption of the Minutes from the Irby/Finance Committee held April 23, 2026 - Thelma French motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Wendy Lodrig, and it was unanimously approved. Public Comments- NONE Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard — Commercial Updates - Becky Mackie reported that Waffle Time has requested to exercise its second two-year lease extension under its original 2022 lease, effective November 1, 2026. Based on market research, the current rent remains competitive, and management recommends applying a CPI adjustment to the extension. This would increase the monthly rent to approximately $6,270 or $58.33/SF on November 2026. The commit …
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Thu May 28, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Board to receive reports from multiple committees and consider action items

The Executive Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors will meet to adopt the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the Chairman, Director, and committees including Finance, Governance, Education, Collections, Architectural Preservation, and the Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board. Action items include adoption of the agenda and minutes, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Museum board approves residential lease and exhibit loan

The Executive Committee approved a 13-month residential lease for 810 Chartres and an outgoing loan of items from the 'Shake Your Hips: Louisiana Blues' exhibit. The board also accepted Irby financial reports showing a net income of $711,000.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 11:30 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 11:30 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from April 23, 2026 Meeting+ Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 11:40 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 11:50 7. Irby/Finance + Darryl Gissell 12:00 8. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:10 9. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 12:15 10. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 12:20 11. Architectural Preservation Malcolm Hodnett 12:25 12. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 12:30 13. Old Business Wendy Lodrig 12:35 14. New Business Wendy Lodrig 12:40 15. Adjourn + Wendy Lodrig +Action item
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) THE CABILDO 701 CHARTRES ST. NEW ORLEANS, LA. 70116 THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 11:30 AM COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Darry! Gissel, Florence Jumonville, R. Duncan Brown, Karl Connor, Sandy Shilstone, Suzanne Perlis, Wendy Lodrig. COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT: Malcolm Hodnett. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: NONE LSM STAFF PRESENT: Becky Mackie, Cody Scallions, Blaze D’Amico, Amanda Smith, Jeff Anding, Patricia Smith, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: NONE A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order — Wendy Lodrig called the meeting to order at 11:38 a.m. Adoption of the Agenda — Wendy Lodrig presented the agenda. Darryl Gissel motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by R. Duncan Brown and passed unanimously. Adoption of Minutes from the Meeting of April 23, 2026 — Sandy Shilstone motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Karl Connor and passed unanimously. Public Comments — NONE Chairman’s Report - Wendy Lodrig reported that she had no items for the Chairman’s Report and proceeded directly to the Director’s Report. Director’s Report - Becky Mackie provided updates on staffing, operations, governance, and legislation. She announced two new part-time receptionists to ensure weekday phone coverage and reduce the burden on other staff. With property management functions for the Lower Pontalba now under contract, job duties for the remaining business off …
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Tue May 5, 2026

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State Museum board to vote on new collection additions and removals

The Louisiana State Museum Collections Committee will meet to adopt minutes, elect a new advisor, and decide on proposed additions and removals from the museum’s collection. The board will also review outgoing and incoming loans, though no specific dollar amounts or major decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Collections Committee recommends acquisitions and deaccessions for Board approval

The Committee recommended the accession of 8 gifts and the deaccession of 50 items to the Board. It approved several outgoing loan requests and extensions, and recommended a $5,000 conservation expenditure for a Louisiana Secession Flag.

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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Green Room (Mint), New Orleans, LA 70116 May 5, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT I. Call to Order II. Adoption of the Agenda III. Adoption of Minutes from March 3, 2026 IV. Election of New Advisor V. Proposed Acquisitions for the Collection Gifts Notification of Addition to the Library Collection VI. Proposed Deaccessions from the Collection Proposed Deaccession from the Permanent Collection Found in Collections Objects Proposed for Removal VII. Outgoing Loans VIII. Outgoing Loan Extensions IX. Incoming Loans X. Incoming Loan Extensions XI. Old Business XII. New Business XIII. Adjournment
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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tuesday, May 5, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT Green Room, Old U.S. Mint Meeting Minutes Members Present: Florence Jumonville (Chair), Courtney Kiel LeBlanc, Wendy Lodrig, (Board Chair), Kaitlyn Palmer, Suzanne Perlis Members Absent: Mary Coulon Additional Board Members: Julio Guichard. Advisors Present: Tamra Carboni, Tiffany Adler Advisors Absent: Anne Redd, Ann Williams LSM Staff Present: Becky Mackie, Patrick Burns, Erin Patterson, Sarah-Elizabeth Gundlach, David Kunian, Wayne Phillips, Claudia Kheel, Bryanne Schexnayder, Lisa Black, Jenny Campbell, Tom Strider (recording) Guests: No guests were in attendance. A quorum was present. Call to Order Florence Jumonville called the meeting to order at 10:08 am. Adoption of the Agenda A motion to accept the agenda was made by Wendy Lodrig. Seconded by Suzanne Perlis, a vote to approve was unanimous. Collections Committee Action Items Minutes from the meeting on March 3, 2026 A motion was made by Suzanne Perlis to approve the minutes. Seconded by Kaitlyn Palmer, a vote to approve was unanimous. Election of New Advisor Tiffany Adler, a long-standing member of the Committee recently completed her term on the Board of Directors. With a goal of retaining her positive influence on the Committee, Florence Jumonville introduced a motion to add Adler as an Advisor The motion was seconded by Wendy Lodrig. A vote t …
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Thu Apr 23, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Louisiana State Museum Irby/Finance Committee to review financial statements

The Irby/Finance Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors will meet to review financial and property reports. The board is scheduled to vote on the adoption of the agenda and the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting.

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✓ Decided: State Museum Board approves residential lease and March financial statements

The Irby/Finance Committee approved a 13-month residential lease for 810 Chartres St and ratified the March 31, 2026 financial statements. The committee also directed the Director to follow up with Fives regarding expansion plans.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026 10:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Darryl Gissel 10:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Darryl Gissel 3. Adoption of Minutes from March 26, 2026 Meeting + Darryl Gissel 4. Public Comments 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard Becky Mackie 10:10 a. Commercial Updates + b. Residential Updates + 6. March 31, 2026 Financial Statements + Becky Mackie 10:25 7. Property Management Report Becky Mackie 10:45 8. Old Business Darryl Gissel 11:00 9. New Business Darryl Gissel 11:05 10. Adjourn + Darryl Gissel 11:10 +Action item
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DRAFT MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) THE CABILDO 701 CHARTRES ST. NEW ORLEANS, LA. 70116 THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026 10:00AM MEMBERS PRESENT: Darry! Gissel, Kevin Kelly, Thelma French, Wendy Lodrig. MEMBERS ABSENT: Karl Connor BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: NONE LSM STAFF PRESENT: Blaze D’Amico, Rebecca (Becky) Mackie, Amanda Smith, Cody Scallions, Ashley Voorhies, Jeffery Anding, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: McEnery Representatives, Rosy Wilson, Peter Raymond, CJ Minor A quorum was present. 1. 2. 5. Call to Order — Darryl Gissel called the meeting to order at 10:13 am. Adoption of the Agenda — Kevin Kelly motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Wendy Lodrig, and it was unanimously approved. Adoption of the Minutes from the Irby/Finance Committee held March 26, 2026 — Wendy Lodrig motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Thelma French, and it was unanimously approved. Public Comments- NONE Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard - Becky Mackie noted ongoing safety and community concerns, noting their impact on tenant satisfaction and tourism. She highlighted efforts to engage city officials in developing comprehensive strategies, along with increased collaboration with law enforcement and local organizations to improve public safety. Addressing these issues proactively is seen as key to enhancing community perception, supporting tenants, and strengthening the loc …
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Thu Apr 23, 2026

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✓ Decided: Museum board approves residential lease and artifact loan

The Executive Committee approved a 13-month residential lease for 810 Chartres and an outgoing artifact loan to the Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum. A loan request from the Confederate Memorial Hall Museum was tabled for further review.

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DRAFT MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) THE CABILDO 701 CHARTRES ST. NEW ORLEANS, LA. 70116 THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026 11:30 AM COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Darryl Gissel, Florence Jumonville, Sandy Shilstone, Suzanne Perlis, Wendy Lodrig. COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT: Karl Connor, R. Duncan Brown, Malcolm Hodnett. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: NONE LSM STAFF PRESENT: Becky Mackie, Cody Scallions, David Kunian, Erin Patterson, Tom Strider, Blaze D’Amico, Amanda Smith, Jeff Anding, Ashley Voorhies, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: NONE A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order — Wendy Lodrig called the meeting to order at 11:45 a.m. 2. Adoption of the Agenda — Wendy Lodrig presented the agenda. Florence Jumonville motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Suzanne Perlis and passed unanimously. 3. Adoption of Minutes from the Meeting of March 26, 2026 - Florence Jumonville motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Suzanne Perlis and passed unanimously. 4. Public Comments — NONE 5. Chairman’s Report - Wendy Lodrig announced that Sandy Shilstone has been named the new Vice Chair and welcomed her to the role. 6. Director’s Report - Becky Mackie provided updates on staffing, operations, governance, and legislation. She announced two new part-time receptionists to ensure weekday phone coverage and reduce the burden on other staff. With property management functions for the Lower Pontal …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Education Committee to discuss AAM reaccreditation and museum reports

The Education Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including the adoption of the agenda and minutes, public comments, and reports from the Director and various museum sites. Key topics include the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) reaccreditation process and updates from the Jazz Museum, Capitol Park, Jackson Square Museums, and the Louisiana Civil Rights Museum.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM, GREEN ROOM 3RD FLOOR NEW ORLEANS, LA WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 11:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Suzanne Perlis 11:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Suzanne Perlis 3. Adoption of Minutes December 3, 2025 and Meeting Notes from October 1, 2025 + Suzanne Perlis 4. Public Comments 11:05 5. Chairman’s Report Suzanne Perlis 11:10 6. Director’s Report – AAM Reaccreditation Becky Mackie 11:15 7. Jazz Museum Lisa McLendon 11:30 8. Capitol Park Cody Scallions 11:45 9. Jackson Square Museums Chris Cook 11:50 10. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum 11:55 11. Old Business Suzanne Perlis 12:00 12. New Business Suzanne Perlis 12:05 13. Adjourn + +Action item
Thu Mar 26, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Louisiana State Museum Executive Committee meets March 26

The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors for the Louisiana State Museum will meet to receive reports and conduct business. The board will vote on the adoption of the agenda and the minutes from February 26, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Museum board updates collections policy for found items

The Executive Committee approved a change to the Collections Management Manual regarding how items found in the collection are processed. The board also received reports on staffing, legislative audits, and the Louisiana Civil Rights Museum.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026 11:30 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 11:30 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from February 26, 2026 + Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 11:40 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 11:50 7. Irby/Finance + Darryl Gissell 12:00 8. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:10 9. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 12:15 10. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 12:20 11. Architectural Preservations Malcolm Hodnett 12:25 12. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 12:30 13. Old Business Wendy Lodrig 12:35 14. New Business Wendy Lodrig 12:40 15. Adjourn + Wendy Lodrig +Action item
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) THE CABILDO 701 CHARTRES ST. NEW ORLEANS, LA. 70116 THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026 11:30 AM COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Darryl Gissel, Florence Jumonville, Karl Connor, Sandy Shilstone, Wendy Lodrig. COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT: R. Duncan Brown, Malcolm Hodnett, Suzanne Perlis. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: NONE LSM STAFF PRESENT: Becky Mackie, Blaze D’Amico, Amanda Smith, Jeff Anding, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: NONE A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order — Wendy Lodrig called the meeting to order at 11:41 a.m. 2. Adoption of the Agenda — Wendy Lodrig presented the agenda. Florence Jumonville motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Sandy Shilstone and passed unanimously. 3. Adoption of Minutes from February 26, 2026 Meeting- Darryl Gissel motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Florence Jumonville and passed unanimously. 4. Public Comments — NONE 5. Chairman’s Report - Wendy Lodrig gave a brief Chairman’s Report. She shared that she and Ben DuPuy were asked by the Legislative Auditor to review and comment again on findings from the 2021 and 2023 Legislative Audits. She confirmed that selecting candidates for the director position and hiring a permanent director have been implemented, while governance structure is in progress with the establishment of a permanent board committee. The final recommendation, improving the relationship b …
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Thu Mar 26, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

✓ Decided: Museum Board postpones elevator investment for Lower Pontalba Apartments

The Irby/Finance Committee decided to postpone further investment in the elevator system at Lower Pontalba Apartments. The board also directed staff to follow up with the owners of Fives regarding their expansion plans and financing status.

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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) THE CABILDO 701 CHARTRES ST. NEW ORLEANS, LA. 70116 THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026 10:00AM MEMBERS PRESENT: Darryl Gissel, Karl Connor, Kevin Kelly, Thelma French, Wendy Lodrig. MEMBERS ABSENT: NONE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: NONE LSM STAFF PRESENT: Blaze D’Amico, Rebecca (Becky) Mackie, Amanda Smith, Jeffery Anding, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: McEnery Representatives, Rosy Wilson, Peter Raymond, Jennifer Morales. A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order — Darry! Gissel called the meeting to order at 10:17 am. 2. Adoption of the Agenda — Wendy Lodrig motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Kevin Kelly, and it was unanimously approved. 3. Adoption of the Minutes from the Irby/Finance Committee held February 26, 2026 —- Wendy Lodrig motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Kevin Kelly, and it was unanimously approved. 4. Public Comments- NONE 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard - Becky Mackie noted ongoing work to resolve outstanding legacy receivables, particularly COVID-era tenant balances and debts from recently vacated tenants. a. Commercial Updates - Becky Mackie reported that Fives has delayed its expansion for nearly a year and is now pursuing new financing. In connection with this effort, Fives has requested the release of the lease guarantor. Becky will follow up to obtain additional clarification, including whether the requ …
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Thu Mar 26, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Irby/Finance Committee to review Lower Pontalba apartments and property management

The Irby/Finance Committee of the Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors will meet to discuss and take action on the Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard, including commercial and residential updates, and a property management report. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, as well as old and new business items.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026 10:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Darryl Gissel 10:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Darryl Gissel 3. Adoption of Minutes from February 26, 2026 Meeting + Darryl Gissel 4. Public Comments 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard Becky Mackie 10:10 a. Commercial Updates b. Residential Updates + 6. Property Management Report Becky Mackie 10:25 7. Old Business Darryl Gissel 11:00 8. New Business Darryl Gissel 11:05 9. Adjourn + Darryl Gissel 11:10 +Action item
Mon Mar 16, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum Board holds March meeting with bylaw amendments and reports

The Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors will convene a public meeting to conduct routine governance, receive committee reports, and consider bylaw amendments including vice chair nominations and treasurer nominations. The board will also hear updates on capital projects, public programs, legislative matters, and museum operations.

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✓ Decided: State Museum Board confirms Sandy Shilstone as Vice Chair and updates bylaws

The Board confirmed Sandy Shilstone as Vice Chair and approved an amendment to the bylaws regarding candidate nomination materials. The Board also approved a lease for a property at 807 Decatur and ratified several collection changes and financial authorizations.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026 3330 N. CAUSEWAY BLVD METAIRIE LA. 70002 1st FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM 12 NOON AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 12:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from December 15, 2025 Meeting + Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 12:10 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 12:20 a. Capital Projects b. Public Programs c. Legislative Update d. Reaccreditation Update 7. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:35 a. Vice Chair Nominations & Elections + b. Amendment to the Bylaws, Article 6, Section 10 + c. Open Nominations Period for Treasurer/Irby Chair 8. Irby/Finance Darryl Gissell 12:50 a. Commercial Update b. Residential Update + c. Financial Statements + Becky Mackie d. Property Management + 9. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 1:05 10. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 1:15 11. Friends of Madame John’s Legacy Presentation Kim Abramson 1:25 12. E.D. White Malcolm Hodnett 1:45 13. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 1:50 14. Exhibits – Sportsman’s Paradise Becky Mackie 2:00 15. New Orleans Jazz …
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM 3330 N. CAUSEWAY BLVD METAIRIE, LA. 70002 MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026 12:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Benjamin Dupuy, Christen Losey Gregg, Courtney LeBlanc, Darryl Gissel, Florence Jumonville, Julio Guichard, Kaitlyn Palmer, Kevin Kelly, Kim Abramson, Matt Isch, Mary Coulon, Nick Mueller, Phillip Albert, R. Duncan Brown, Suzanne Perlis, Thelma French, Wendy Lodrig. MEMBERS ABSENT: Lisa Ballay, Bunnie Cannon, Karl Connor, Malcolm Hodnett, Sandy Shilstone. LSM/DCRT STAFF: Amanda Smith, Becky Mackie, Blaze D’Amico, Chris Cook, Cody Scallions, Greg Lambousy, Jennae Biddiscombe, Jeff Anding, Nicole Coleman, Cliff Melius OTHERS PRESENT: Jason Strada, Kristin Shannon A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order — Wendy Lodrig called the meeting to order at 12:02 p.m. She noted that the meeting was being recorded, reminded visitors to sign in, and confirmed that attendance was being taken. New members Kevin Kelly and Matt Isch were introduced. 2. Adoption of the Agenda — Darryl Gissel moved to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Christen Gregg and passed unanimously. 3. Adoption of Minutes from the December 15, 2025, Meeting — Thelma French moved to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Florence Jumonville and passed unanimously. 4. Public Comments - None 5. Chairman’s Report — Wendy Lodrig reported that she represented the State Museum Board at the groundbreaking/press conference for the New Orl …
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Mon Mar 9, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Governance committee meeting for Louisiana State Museum board

The Louisiana State Museum Board of Directors’ Governance Committee will meet to adopt the agenda, review minutes from the December 2025 meeting, and hear the Chairman’s report including nominations for Vice Chair. No substantive decisions are listed; the meeting is procedural.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Meeting of the Governance Committee of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum New Orleans Jazz Museum, Green Room New Orleans, LA Monday, March 9, 2026 11:00 am AGENDA 1. Call to Order Duncan Brown 11:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Duncan Brown 3. Adoption of Minutes from December 8, 2025 Meeting + Duncan Brown 4. Chairman’s Report Duncan Brown 11:05 a. Nomination Process + b. Nominations for Vice Chair + 5. Old Business Duncan Brown 11:25 6. New Business Duncan Brown 11:30 7. Adjourn + +Action item
Tue Mar 3, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum board to vote on deaccessioning items from permanent collection

The Louisiana State Museum Collections Committee will meet to adopt minutes, discuss a donation to the library collection, and vote on proposed deaccessions from the permanent collection. The board will also review outgoing loans, an outgoing loan extension, and incoming loans.

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✓ Decided: Collections Committee recommends deaccession of 51 museum objects

The committee recommended the deaccession of 51 objects to the Board for final approval, postponing a decision on three political buttons. The committee also approved an outgoing loan of photographs and recordings and three loan extensions for items at the Old State Capitol.

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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Green Room (M int), New Orleans, LA 70116 March 3, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT I. Call to Order II. Adoptio n of the Agenda III. Ado ption of Minutes from January 6, 2026 IV. Notif ication of Donation to the Library Collection V. Proposed Deaccessions from the Permanent Collection VI. Outg oing Loan VII. O utgoing Loan Extension VIII. Incoming Loans IX. Old Busin ess X. New Bu siness XI. Adjournm ent
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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT Green Room, Old U.S. Mint Meeting Minutes Members Present: Florence Jumonville (Chair), Tiffany Adler, Wendy Lodrig (Board Chair), Kaitlyn Palmer, Suzanne Perlis Members Absent: Mary Coulon, Courtney Kiel LeBlanc Additional Board Members: No visiting Board members were present. Advisors Present: None Advisors Absent: Tamra Carboni, Anne Redd, Ann Williams LSM Staff Present: Becky Mackie, Erin Patterson, David Kunian, Wayne Phillips, Claudia Kheel, Bryanne Schexnayder, Sarah-Elizabeth Gundlach, Lisa Black, Jenny Campbell, Tom Strider (recording) Guests: Zara Alexander (SUNO Museum Studies Intern). A quorum was present. Call to Order Florence Jumonville called the meeting to order at 10:05 am. Adoption of the Agenda A motion to accept the agenda was made by Suzanne Perlis. Seconded by Kaitlyn Palmer, a vote to approve was unanimous. Collections Committee Action Items Minutes from the meeting of January 6, 2025 A motion was made by Wendy Lodrig to accept the minutes. Seconded by Suzanne Perlis, a vote to approve was unanimous. Proposed Acquisitions Notification of Donation to the Library Collection: A book Native Flora of Louisiana, previously included in the Cabildo exhibition Botanica, has been gifted to the library by Louisiana State University Press. Proposed Deaccession of Objects from Permanent Coll …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum board to review 2026 financials and Pontalba Apartment updates

The Louisiana State Museum Board’s Irby/Finance Committee will meet to adopt minutes, hear a property management report, and review financial statements including income, balance sheets, and banking resolutions. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Museum board approves elevator research and residential lease

The Irby/Finance Committee approved a lease for a residential unit at 807 Decatur and authorized spending up to $10,000 to research installing elevators. The committee also approved a signage request for The Crescent Collection and issued new staff credit cards.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 10:00 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Darryl Gissel 10:00 2. Adoption of Agenda + Darryl Gissel 3. Adoption of Minutes from November 10, 2025 Meeting + Darryl Gissel 4. Public Comments 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard Becky Mackie 10:10 a. Commercial Updates + b. Residential Updates + 6. Property Management Report Becky Mackie 10:25 7. Irby Financials Becky Mackie 10:40 a. Income Statement & Balance Sheet + b. Banking Update & Resolution + 8. Old Business Darryl Gissel 11:00 9. New Business Darryl Gissel 11:05 10. Adjourn + Darryl Gissel 11:10 +Action item
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE IRBY/FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM AT THE OLD US MINT 400 ESPLANADE AVENUE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 10:00AM MEMBERS PRESENT: Darryl Gissel, Thelma French, Wendy Lodrig. MEMBERS ABSENT: Karl Connor BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Kevin Kelly LSM STAFF PRESENT: Blaze D’Amico, Rebecca (Becky) Mackie, Cody Scallions, Jeffery Anding, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: McEnery Representatives, Rosy Wilson, Peter Raymond, CJ Minor (President of C&G Construction Company), John C. Williams, Morgan Conner. A quorum was present. 1. Call to Order — Darryl Gissel called the meeting to order at 10:18 am. 2. Adoption of the Agenda — Thelma French motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Wendy Lodrig, and it was unanimously approved. 3. Adoption of the Minutes from the Irby/Finance Committee held November 10, 2025 — Wendy Lodrig motioned to adopt the minutes with one revision to the wording in Section 6 on page two, to match the Thelma French’s motion to the language in the report. The motion was seconded by Thelma French, and it was unanimously approved. 4. Public Comments- None 5. Lower Pontalba Apartment Dashboard a. Commercial Updates — Becky Mackie reported that The Crescent Collection submitted a signage approval request. Motion: Thelma French moved to approve The Crescent Collection’s signage request. The motion was seconded by Wendy Lodrig, and it was unanimously approve …
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Thu Feb 26, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

Louisiana State Museum Executive Committee to meet February 26

The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana State Museum will meet to receive reports from various committees. The board will vote on the adoption of the agenda and the minutes from the December 08, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Museum board approves new lease and residential elevator architect funding

The Executive Committee approved a commercial lease for 807 Decatur and authorized up to $10,000 for residential elevator architectural drawings. The board also supported a short-term cooperative endowment agreement for the Friends of Madame John’s Legacy.

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This meeting is being held in accordance with Louisiana’s Open Meetings Law, La. R.S. 42:11 et seq. In accordance with La. R.S. 42:14 and the bylaws of the LSM Board; public comments must be related to an agenda item. Public comments may also be submitted in writing. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM THE CABILDO, ARSENAL 3A NEW ORLEANS, LA THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 11:30 AM AGENDA 1. Call to Order Wendy Lodrig 11:30 2. Adoption of Agenda + Wendy Lodrig 3. Adoption of Minutes from December 08, 2025 + Wendy Lodrig 4. Public Comments 5. Chairman’s Report Wendy Lodrig 11:40 6. Director’s Report Becky Mackie 11:50 a. Update on CEAs + 7. Irby/Finance + Darryl Gissell 12:00 8. Governance Committee Duncan Brown 12:10 9. Education Committee Suzanne Perlis 12:15 10. Collections Committee + Florence Jumonville 12:20 11. Architectural Preservations Malcolm Hodnett 12:25 12. Louisiana Civil Rights Museum Advisory Board Karl Connor 12:30 13. Old Business Wendy Lodrig 12:35 14. New Business Wendy Lodrig 12:40 15. Adjourn + Wendy Lodrig +Action item
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM (LSM) NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM AT THE OLD U.S. MINT 400 ESPLANADE AVENUE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 11:30 AM COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT: Darryl Gissel, Florence Jumonville, R. Duncan Brown, Sandy Shilstone, Wendy Lodrig. COMMITTEE MEMBERS ABSENT: Karl Connor, Malcolm Hodnett, Suzanne Perlis. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: None LSM STAFF PRESENT: Becky Mackie, Blaze D’Amico, Cody Scallions, Jeff Anding, Julio Guichard, Nicole Coleman. OTHERS PRESENT: A quorum was present. 4. Call to Order — Wendy Lodrig called the meeting to order at 11:39 a.m. Adoption of the Agenda — Wendy Lodrig presented the agenda. Florence Jumonville motioned to adopt the agenda. The motion was seconded by Sandy Shilstone and passed unanimously. Adoptian of Minutes from December 8, 2025 Meeting- Darryl Gissel motioned to adopt the minutes. The motion was seconded by Florence Jumonville and passed unanimously. Public Comments — Wendy Lodrig informed the committee that going forward the agenda will allowing public comment at the start of meeting. No public comments were made at this meeting. Chairman’s Report - She announced that Kevin Kelly will join the full board at the next meeting and noted that committee assignments will be announced for the three new board members who expressed interest in various committees. Director’s Report - Becky Mackie shared trends reported in the 2025 American Allia …
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Tue Jan 6, 2026

State Museum Board of Directors

State Museum board to vote on new acquisitions and deaccessions

The Louisiana State Museum Collections Committee will meet to decide on proposed additions and removals from the museum’s permanent collection, review conservation updates, and consider changes to the Collections Management Manual. The meeting covers routine procedural items and collections policy updates.

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✓ Decided: Collections Committee recommends several acquisitions and deaccessions for Board approval

The Committee recommended the accession of 30 gift objects, one found object, and two re-accessioned items. It also recommended the deaccession of 50 objects and a change to the Collections Management Manual regarding found objects. All three recommendations were sent to the Board for final approval.

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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Green Room (Mint), New Orleans, LA 70116 January 6, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT I. Call to Order II. Adopt ion of the Agenda III. Adopt ion of Minutes from November 4, 2025 IV. Propo sed Acquisitions for the Collection Gifts Transfer of Found in Collection Object to the Permanent Collection Re-accession of Objects Mistakenly Deaccessioned After the Cabildo Fire V. Proposed Deaccessions from the Permanent Collection VI. Conservation VII. Outgoing Loan VIII. Incoming Loans IX. Incoming Loan Extensions X. Old Business XI. New Business Proposed Changes to the Collections Management Manual XII. Adjournment
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LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM COLLECTIONS COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tuesday, January 6, 2026 – 10:00 AM, CT Green Room, Old U.S. Mint Meeting Minutes Members Present: Florence Jumonville (Chair), Tiffany Adler, Mary Coulon, Courtney Kiel LeBlanc, Wendy Lodrig, (Board Chair), Suzanne Perlis Members Absent: Kaitlyn Palmer Additional Board Members: No visiting Board members were present. Advisors Present: Tamra Carboni Advisors Absent: Anne Redd, Ann Williams LSM Staff Present: Becky Mackie, Erin Patterson, David Kunian, Wayne Phillips, Claudia Kheel, Bryanne Schexnayder, Lisa Black, Tom Strider (recording) Guests: No guests were in attendance. A quorum was present. Call to Order Florence Jumonville called the meeting to order at 10:00 am. Adoption of the Agenda A motion to accept the agenda was made by Suzanne Perlis. Seconded by Wendy Lodrig, a vote to approve was unanimous. Collections Committee Action Items Minutes from the meeting on November 4, 2025 A motion was made by Suzanne Perlis to approve the minutes. Seconded by Wendy Lodrig, a vote to approve was unanimous. Proposed Acquisitions Proposed Gifts for the Permanent Collection: 8 gifts (totaling 30 objects) for Carnival, Maps & Manuscripts, Music, and Visual Arts were presented. These include early Black Mardi Gras magazines published by Nathan J. King Jr., a 1966 ball program from Young Men Illinois Club, and photographs of Jonathan Freilich, Fr …
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