Louis Armstrong Park - Straight Ahead - New Orleans

by Debra Martz

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Louis Armstrong Park - Straight Ahead - New Orleans

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Debra Martz

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Louis Armstrong Park - Straight Ahead - New Orleans

While exploring the French Quarter of New Orleans, I noticed the arch at the end of this street and had to go see what it was. Such a nice surprise to find that it was the beautiful Louis Armstrong Park full of history, art and fountains!
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In a city famous for its musical traditions, perhaps no other single location claims as much musical and cultural history and importance as Louis Armstrong. Located at 701 N. Rampart Street on the edge of the French Quarter, the park is dedicated to one of the City’s most celebrated native sons and to the tradition of jazz in the City. The park is located in the Tremé neighborhood, birthplace of many of New Orleans' most famous jazz musicians. The National Park Service has an active presence in the park.

Within the park confines is historic Congo Square. Formerly known as Place de Negres, it took its name from the tradition of slaves who gathered there on Sundays, their day off, to sing, beat drums, sell home-made goods, and celebrate. The park annually hosts Martin Luther King Day celebrations, Red Dress Run, weddings, festivals, concerts, filming and more.

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July 29th, 2015

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