Jackson Square, New Orleans

Jackson Square, also known as Place d’Armes, is a historic park in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Prior to its expansion, early New Orleans was originally centered around what was then called the Place d’ Armes. After the Battle of New Orleans, in 1814, the Place d’ Armes was renamed Jackson Square, after general Andrew Jackson. In the center of the park stands an equestrian statue of Jackson erected in 1856, one of three in America by sculptor Clark Mills. The square was originally designed by architect and landscaper Louis H. Pilié, although he is only given credit for the iron fence. Jackson Square is roughly the size of a city-block. The design of Jackson Square was modeled on the famous Place des Vosges in Paris France. The square originally overlooked the Mississippi River across Decatur Street, but the view was blocked in the 19th century by the building of larger levees. The riverfront was long given to shipping, but the administration of Mayor Moon Landrieu put in a scenic boardwalk along the river across from the Square; it is known as the “Moon Walk” in his honor.  New Orleans tourist attractions.
GPS travel destinations: 29° 57′ 25.93″ N, 90° 3′ 47.04″ W

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Jackson Square, New Orleans things to do and upcoming events

International Jewelry Fair/General Merchandise Show May 17, 12:00am at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA The International Jewelry Fair/General Merchandise Show is a great place to be on May 17-20, 2012 to check out the trends for Spring and Summer! Our show features exhibitors ... Plaquemines Seafood Festival May 17, 1:00pm at F Edward Hebert Blvd, Woodland Hwy in Belle Chasse,, Louisiana, LA The Plaquemines Seafood Festival is being held May 17-20, 2012 and will be serving the best tasting seafood in Southwest Louisiana. The festival is designed to support local cha... CEU Workshop for MH & SW Professionals May 18, 9:00am at Waveland Civic Center, 335 Coleman Ave., Waveland, MS EARN UP TO 12 CEU's Mental Health Association Of South Mississippi Is Offering Free Workshops To Social Work And Mental Health Professionals 12 CEU’s for participation in t... Avicii May 20, 8:00pm at UNO Nat G. Keifer Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA Avicii May 20, 8:00pm at UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin St, New Orleans, LA Grammy-nominated DJ and producer AVICII is ready to bring his club anthems on the road with the AVICII - LE7ELS tour which stops at the Lakefront Arena on May 20. In what is sur...

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