Dr. Schumm is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ (Congregational Church) and proudly claims the heritage of this progressive, liberal denomination. Consequently, he has performed numerous inter-denominational, inter-faith, inter-cultural, secular, and blended family weddings. Since 1992, he has had the privilege of officiating at same-sex celebrations. In addition, he has conducted renewal of vows for many couples.
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The Historic Swoop-Duggins House, located in a historic three-story, three-bay, brick house with an attached two-story service wing located in New Orleanโs CBD, offers a private, second floor exclusively for events complete with private entry. For larger events, or guests wishing for a progressive event experience, you may opt to also include the courtyard as well as the entire first floor, Swoopโs dining room and bar, as part of your event.
The Historic Swoop-Duggins Houseโs event space can be privately accessed by both its own beautiful wooden staircase as well as the courtyard, both leading to the immaculately decorated rooms on the second floor. Rich colors and ornate fabrics complement the artwork that adorns the walls as well as the multiple fireplaces. The โgalleryโ (a balcony spanning the depth of an entire sidewalk and the full length of the building) allows guests to experience the sites and sounds of New Orleans during your event.
The space at The Historic Swoop-Duggins House provides your guests with a unique event experience in that not only do you have access to the second floor during your event, you have the option to utilize the courtyard as part of your event.