15 of the Oldest Buildings in the French Quarter of New Orleans
Oct 8, 2018 · Want to tour some of the oldest homes and museums in the French Quarter? Here are 15 of the oldest buildings in what has been called the Crown Jewel of New Orleans.
Buildings and Architecture of New Orleans French Quarter
French Quarter Architecture. From cast iron balconies and walled courtyards, to colorful Creole cottages and townhouses, the Vieux Carré is a splendid collection of historic French, Spanish, …
French Quarter - Wikipedia
The French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carré, is the oldest neighborhood in the city of New Orleans. After New Orleans (French: Nouvelle-Orléans) was founded in 1718 by Jean-Baptiste …
Buildings and architecture of New Orleans - Wikipedia
The buildings and architecture of New Orleans reflect its history and multicultural heritage, from Creole cottages to historic mansions on St. Charles Avenue, from the balconies of the French …
Oldest Building Features of the New Orleans French Quarter
There are only about a dozen known Colonial-era buildings in the Quarter. Surely more would have survived except for two late 18th-century fires. But armed with some simple guidelines, …
A First-Timer's Guide to the French Quarter
If New Orleans has a town square, Jackson Square — dominated by St. Louis Cathedral and an eponymous statue of Andrew Jackson — is it. There’s a crackling energy here, which …
How to Experience 6 of the Oldest Buildings in New Orleans
Oct 3, 2022 · These Are the Oldest Buildings in New Orleans' French Quarter — and the Best Ways to Experience Them. If you're looking for history, you've come to the right place.
Top 11 Things to Do in the French Quarter - Visit New Orleans
Dec 18, 2018 · From restaurants to attractions, shopping and landmarks, there is an abundance of things to do and places to see in the historic French Quarter. We’ve rounded up our top 10 …
Historic Building Styles in the New Orleans French Quarter
A keen eye and quick list can unveil the salient patterns of French Quarter building types. Most antebellum sorts come in “Creole,” “American,” and a mix of the two. Those built after the Civil …
The Oldest Buildings in the French Quarter - New Orleans
Aug 8, 2017 · St Louis Cemetery No 1. The city’s most famous burial ground was established in 1789 after New Orleans underwent rebuilding from the 1788 fire. Replacing the earlier St Peter …