Since 1945, Bevolo has manufactured traditional & antique lighting in New Orleans. We hold true to the belief that old-world craftsmanship is what truly makes our fixtures last a lifetime & hold ourselves to the highest standard of quality and innovation. Our iconic lanterns are shipped all over the world, but each and every one is handmade locally by master craftsmen passionate about our time-honored art form.
Like New Orleans, our brand is deeply rooted in history and tradition and, although we are constantly evolving and developing to stay on trend, we believe that classic design and quality products never go out of style.
As we celebrate our 75th anniversary in the French Quarter this year, we look back on all of the wonderful projects & stories we've been so fortunate to be a part of. One of our favorite and most iconic stories is the one of our inception. After WWII, Andrew Bevolo Sr. opened a metalworking shop in the French Quarter after a career working with historic manufacturing companies including, Ford, Sikorsky, and Higgins. While tinkering in his metal shop, legendary architect A. Hays Town walked by, heard Mr. Bevolo working, and inquired if he would collaborate on a special handcrafted, copper lantern. Mr. Bevolo Sr. then replied, "If you can draw it, I can make it!" and from that initial encounter the Original French Quarter lantern was born - and the rest, as they say, is history!
Share with us your favorite Bevolo stories! Whether it be receiving your first Bevolo lantern, a great experience with a Lighting Designer, assistance with refurbishing old Bevolo lanterns, or encountering our French Quarter showrooms on a visit to New Orleans - We would love to hear from you! Email us and you could see your story featured on our social media and blog!