Jackson Square
New Orleans, LA 70116
Phone:
- Cross Street:
- Decatur Street
Editorial Review for Jackson Square – by Maura York
The Background
The center of New Orleans' first neighborhood, Jackson Square used to be a military parade ground, community meeting place and execution area. It underwent major changes in the mid-1800s after Baroness Pontalba had her famous apartments erected, and the square was renamed for Jackson, hero of the Battle of New Orleans and the seventh U.S. president. You may also hear Jackson Square referred to by its foreign names: Place d'Armes (French) and Plaza de Armas (Spanish).
The Appeal
The quintessential New Orleans postcard, Jackson Square is anchored by St. Louis Cathedral and a park housing a statue of the square's namesake, Andrew Jackson. The Cabildo and Presbytere flank the cathedral, and artists, mystics and entertainers ply their trades along the flagstone streets outside the Pontalba Apartments and the stores below.
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User Reviews for Jackson Square
08/26/2005 Posted by bettyisthename
I enjoy visiting my hometown at least once a year. When I visit the beautiful and historical city of New Orleans, I visit artists Sarah Stiehl and Lee Tucker on Jackson Square. They are truly the BEST in the world!
Pros: Professional, Inspirational
Cons: Humidity
05/30/2003 Posted by pixienectar
Jackson Square is a great place to do a multitude of things. For a few dollars you can visit one of the many psychics and have your fortune told, or sit for a minute and have yourself sketched by a number of artists. My husband and I enjoyed a show by a street perfomer doing flame eating along with some other stunts. The park in the center seems to be popular for photos, as we saw two seperate wedding parties posing. A great place to take a breather and do some people watching as well. Don't miss this scene.
Pros: Entertaining, Great Scenery
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