Small-Group Jazz Stories from Armstrong Park Tour in New Orleans in New Orleans booking from $29.00

Small-Group Jazz Stories from Armstrong Park Tour in New Orleans

Overview

Join us as we explore Jazz’s history, art, and architecture in New Orleans’ Armstrong Park. Located in the Treme neighborhood, Armstrong Park is named after one of the most famous jazz musicians in the world and one of New Orleans’ most beloved sons: Louis Armstrong. Starting at the park’s famed lighted arched entrance, we’ll explore the area originally known as Congo Square - one of the first locations in the city where enslaved people and free people of color were allowed to gather and socialize. You’ll hear about jazz’s origins, resulting from a rich mix of cultures, combining West African and Caribbean sounds with European musical influences - giving us this uniquely American artform. There’s always a chance of hearing some live jazz from a street performer or local musical group, so keep your fingers crossed! Whatever your musical interests, you’ll end this tour with a new appreciation for American music, New Orleans’ famous residents, and the art and sounds of jazz.

City: New Orleans

Sun 23 Feb

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Our organization has created a comprehensive strategy to ensure the safety of our guests, guides, partners, vendors, and the wider local community. All staff members are trained in these new safety procedures and we will continue to follow local government guidance.

What To Expect

Louis Armstrong Park

Join your guide on a tour of this fascinating park celebrating all things Jazz! Along the way, you’ll learn about its name-sake and how he helped craft the sounds of jazz, see a variety of sculptures, monuments, and historic buildings, and possibly even hear some live jazz played by one of New Orleans’ famous street musicians or local musical groups.

Congo Square

A park within a park, Congo Square, is incredibly historically significant to both African American history and to jazz music. Your guide will fill you in on how this Square came to be and all of the incredible music that we can appreciate today because of the men and women who gathered here.

The Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts

This is the hub of all things performing arts in New Orleans - from ballet to opera to touring Broadway shows. As you pass by, your guide will fill you in on Mahalia Jackson’s illustrious gospel career and the building’s history (especially after Hurricane Katrina).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (5)

Nomad23677907503

Dec 2022

Holley Bendtsen was Fabulous! Knowledgeable, but not overbearing! She had a vast knowledge of the history and the Music that evolved in NOLA, and she easily kept our interest. We would highly recommend her to y’all!

Ewa_O

May 2022

I was lucky to be guided by Valerie, who showed her broad knowledge about the history of jazz and the musicians, in particular about those from New Orleans. She showed me the hidden places connected to the jazz musicians. Frankly, I would recommend the tour for everyone !

KelseyP349

Apr 2022

Logan + Valerie were very knowledgeable and informative. Valerie went through so much detail about the city, it's rich history, and then Logan would add to the experience with music knowledge + playing his trumpet in the park. It was so wonderful!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Hello and thank you for reviewing your time with us and with Valerie and Logan. They both have a great knowledge of the area. We appreciate your time and are happy to hear you enjoyed yourself. We wish you safe travels.

Small-Group Jazz Stories from Armstrong Park Tour in New Orleans

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