So hospitable was Madame LaLaurie that her guests looked past what was observed to be the “singularly haggard and wretched” state of her slaves.
Celebrated for being gracious, captivating, and wildly beautiful, she was one of the best-known women in New Orleans society in her time. Decorating with decadence, gold plates and the paintings of noted artists adorned the walls, and the New Orleans Bee described the home’s furnishings as “of the most costly description.” A central figure in the New Orleans social elite, LaLaurie was known for her frequent cocktail parties, private balls, and lavish galas. In 1831 the couple bought property at 1140 Royal Street under Delphine’s name, and less than a year later she had transformed the lot into a three-story mansion with attached quarters for their slaves. A three times married Louisiana socialite, LaLaurie (born Delphine Macarty) acquired her name that would be legendary from her final marriage to the physician Dr. New Orleans’ history is filled with belles and beauties, but few as immortal as Madame LaLaurie. LaLaurie Mansion Allison Meier/Atlas Obscura
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