Memorial Day 2008

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From the archives: April 26, 2001

For most of us, Memorial Day signals the official kickoff to summer. Here are some of our suggestions for getting outdoors and enjoying the holiday with friends and family.

On this page:Escape From the City, Escape in the City, Day to Remember.

Escape From the City

Escape in the City

  1. 1 Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge
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    1010 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458 (map)

    A beautiful natural refuge spread out over 23,000 acres.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Lafreniere Park
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    3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003 (map)

    Lush greenery, wildlife and recreational activities in the heart of suburbia.

  3. 3 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended City Park
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    1 Palm Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124 (map)

    New Orleans' largest park space has something for everyone, including art lovers and small fry.

  4. 4 Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
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    6588 Barataria Blvd, Lafitte, LA 70130 (map)

    Commune with the animals in a former pirate's hideout.

Day to Remember

  1. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended National World War Ii Museum
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    945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 (map)

    There's no better place to honor the "Greatest Generation" than at this tribute to the forces that stormed Normandy.

  2. 6 Chalmette Battlefield
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    8606 W St Bernard Hwy, Chalmette, LA 70043 (map)

    Fateful site of the Battle of New Orleans.

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