06/02/2026
We talk a lot about “Work That Matters.”
This is a great example of it. A community coming together to preserve something worth saving while creating something meaningful for future generations. Really cool to see what can happen when people invest in the places they call home.
Restore Grand Isle has officially purchased the historic Oleander Hotel, marking a major milestone in the island's ongoing recovery & revitalization following Hurricane Ida. After raising $400,000 in support, the nonprofit organization, in partnership with the Town of Grand Isle, plans to restore the landmark property into a visitor & cultural center that will support tourism, education, cultural programming, exhibits, & community gathering space for generations to come.
Built in 1929, the Oleander Hotel was included in LTHP's Louisiana's Most Endangered Places list in 2024 & was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2025, recognizing its architectural & cultural significance to Louisiana's coast & making it eligible for historic tax credits.
We're thrilled to see this beloved landmark moving toward a new chapter that honors Grand Isle's history while investing in its future.
Learn more & support the restoration efforts at https://restoregrandisle.com/.