Twenty years have passed since Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, and still the memories remain vivid. The storm and the levee failures devastated entire neighborhoods, displacing hundreds of thousands and claiming over 1,800 lives. The city we knew was forever changed. The images of the Lower Ninth Ward swallowed by floodwaters, […]
Individuals Finally Received Long-Overdue Recognition in Full New Orleanian Spirit with Jazz Band, Second Line, Performed by Black Men of Labor, and Kumbuka Dancers, Photos and Video Available Today, Dillard University, in partnership with the City of New Orleans and University Medical Center New Orleans, hosted a jazz funeral with second line performed by Black […]
On a cold morning in January 1815, General Andrew Jackson stood at Chalmette Battlefield with a ragtag militia of freedmen, pirates, Choctaw warriors, and farmers, facing off against the might of the British Empire. The Battle of New Orleans, a clash that should have never happened, marked a turning point in American history. Though the […]
Haunted places in New Orleans is a city where history never feels distant. Its streets are steeped in stories some of which are proudly told, others whispered from behind shuttered windows. Fog rolls off the Mississippi in the early morning like a memory, and the iron-laced balconies of the French Quarter seem to hold more […]
History of New Orleans didn’t happen by accident. It wasn’t born from a single influence, nor does it owe its identity to one people, one language, or one flag. The city we know today is the result of collisions of empire and survival, of migration and memory, of freedom and brutal force. You can taste […]
The French Market in New Orleans is more than a place to shop—it’s a living archive of the city’s history. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, this iconic marketplace has transformed over centuries while continuing to reflect the cultural, economic, and culinary heartbeat of New Orleans. A Legacy Rooted in Trade and Culture […]
To visitors, a second line in New Orleans might look like an impromptu brass band parade weaving through the streets — but it’s much more than a party. Second lines are acts of remembrance, resistance, and renewal. They’re a ritual in motion, born from a legacy of struggle and solidarity. At a time when cultural […]
When most people think of New Orleans traditions they think of Mardi Gras beads, jazz funerals, and second lines. But beyond the brass bands and king cakes lies a rich tapestry of lesser-known customs that speak volumes about the city’s deep cultural roots. These five New Orleans traditions may not be in the guidebooks—but they’re […]
For decades, New Orleans was home to one of the largest concentrations of public housing in the United States. Built to serve low-income families—predominantly Black residents—these housing developments were once viewed as necessary safety nets in a segregated and unequal city. But after Hurricane Katrina, public housing in New Orleans was not just damaged — […]
New Orleans isn’t just famous for its food, music, and Mardi Gras. It’s a birthplace of culture, creativity, and invention. From world-changing musical styles to culinary icons — and even cocktails invented in New Orleans — here are 15 things you probably didn’t know originated right here in the Crescent City. 1. Jazz Music More […]
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