About the James Ward Mansion

	About James Ward Grand Salon \| The Library \| The Garden Atrium \| The Chapel The Kitchen \| The Dinning Area \| The Guest Bedroom \| The Master Bedroom " From all points of East Broad Street, the New Orleans Style of the James Ward Mansion has a tendency to bring pedestrians to a halt as they gaze up, envisioning what graduer lies beyond the deep orange walls appointed with forest green shutters. " Michelle H. Le Poiden
		Grand Salon View Photo Gallery The mammoth crimson-hued Grand Salon, adorned with 18th century French appointments, is often chosen as the backdrop for wedding ceremonies. The Grand Salon, an enormous room boasting 24-foot ceilings, has a view of the entire downtown through French doors and elegant second and third floor verandas. Beautiful furniture compliments the polished wood floors, which continue through the entire mansion. The fireplace, and mirror above it, reaches the third floor while a walk-around balcony looking down into the Grand Salon surrounds the other walls. Throughout the mansion the walls bear a magnificent collection of artwork from around the world. The ornate trim creates a stately atmosphere.

		The Library View Photo Gallery Ward's favorite part of the mansion, the library, contains a replica of the "The Young Martyr" Paul Delaroche's depiction of St. Sebastian (the original hangs in The Louvre), landscape paintings by Hebe, one of which details an Irish cemetery, shelves of first edition books and a warm welcoming fireplace.

		The Garden Atrium View Photo Gallery Beyond the Library is a spacious, airy and breathtaking space called the atrium. Filled with lush green plants, marbled flooring, and naturally lit by a glass-domed roof, the working fountain flows ambiance for guests to gather and sip cocktails while being fed extraordinary hors d' oeuvres. Ward mingled a Spanish/French flavor in the True New Orleans style, as guests navigate past trails of verdant plant; an elaborate fountain is discovered and a painting of a silhouetted saxophonist plays against a sunset-colored canvas.
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		The Chapel View Photo Gallery Ward's religious devotion unfolds after mounting the staircase that leads to Ward's signature chapel. Specially selected by Ward, a 400 year old gate from Cairo was modified with the addition of a crucifix. Many guests choose to have their nuptials in the radiant white chapel, while guests look on from the surrounding balcony. Stained glass windows depicting Saints Patrick and Brigid, salvaged from a charred church on the "Port" section of Elizabeth, guard the altar where a chalice is placed.

		The Kitchen View Photo Gallery Meeting all of the required commercial standards, the beauty of the mansion's kitchen attracts guests who want to witness the delectable dishes. Enjoy premier cuisine in the graciousness of The James Ward Mansion in Westfield creating wonderful memories to last a lifetime.

		The Dining Area View Photo Gallery The dining area, which seats 18, is dominated by a table crafted from one solid piece of mahogany. Built especially for the mansion, Ward explained that the table resembles a piece of the Frick collection.

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		The Guest Room View Photo Gallery The French guest bedroom is hued in a rich midnight blue. "The Vampire" by Edvard Munch, the original which hangs in the MMA, decorates the wall next to the bed, to further enhance the comfort of this beautiful guest room.

		Master Bed Room View Photo Gallery The Master bedroom, appointed with candelabrums and a skylight is an indulgence for the eye. This Room is an exact replica from the period, down to every last measurement and appointment.

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