New Orleans Jazz

https://www.nps.gov/jazz/index.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Orleans_Jazz_National_Historical_Park New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is located in the Tremé neighborhood of New Orleans, near the French Quarter. It celebrates the origins and evolution of jazz. Most of the historical park property consists of Louis Armstrong Park. There is a visitor center at 916 North Peters Street and a concert venue, several blocks away in the French Quarter. The Park provides a setting for sharing the cultural history of the people and places which helped to shape the development and progression of jazz in New Orleans. Only in New Orleans could there be a National Park for jazz! Drop by our visitor center at 419 Decatur Street to learn from a ranger talk, participate in a drum circle, enjoy a jazz concert, or inquire about musical events around town. There's no better place than New Orleans for a world class musical experience! The park's operations have moved to the Jean Lafitte NHP&P French Quarter Visitor Center located at 419 Decatur St., New Orleans. The visitor center is open 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. The visitor center on Decatur Street, between St. Louis and Conti Streets. We are near the statue of Bienville. New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park The park is devoted to sharing the origins of jazz and its development through today via performances, ranger talks, and other programs. French Quarter Visitor Center for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park visitor center is at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. The secondary site for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, at 916 N Peters St. New Orleans, LA 70116, is open only for special events. See our event calendar for more details. New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park visitor center is at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. The visitor center is on Decatur St, between St. Louis and Conti Streets, near the Bienville Statue. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. Metered street spaces and commercial parking lots are available within the French Quarter. Community Events by New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park A young brass band musician plays a trumpet The park works with local partners to share jazz at community events, festivals, and other venues. Visitor Center Exhibit at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Exhibit titled "What Is New Orleans Jazz?" "What is New Orleans Jazz?" A visit to the park's main visitor center at 916 North Peters Street will answer the question. Visitor Center Concert at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Kids and adults playing instruments on a stage Passing jazz traditions from one generation to the next is an important part of the park's mission---and great listening too! US Mint Concert by New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Singer with jazz band, including park rangers The park's state-of-the-art concert space at the Old US Mint is the perfect place to enjoy some jazz. US Mint Voting Rights Act Program at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Rangers and others sing and play on a stage Programs like this celebration of the Voting Rights Act bring together history, culture, and music. National Park Getaway: New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Come to the city where jazz was born and visit the National Park Service site that traces its story from West African drums to modern influences. New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is small in size, but it tells a story as big as America. Hand playing a trumpet Conservation Diaries: Manuel Santos, Graphic Design Intern Meet Manuel Santos who spent his 2021 Summer working as an intern at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, as part of the Latino Heritage Internship Program. One of the main reasons he loved working at this park was because it honors the importance and beauty of Jazz and its history. man posing in front of stage at Jazz National Historical Park Robin White Robin White experienced profound loss and the injustices of discrimination as a child. Surrounded by women, she grew up understanding the importance of nature, family, cultural heritage, and her own worth. During more than 40 years in the National Park Service (NPS) White valued community engagement and diversity, first as an interpretative ranger and later as a superintendent. Robin White in her NPS uniform and ranger flat hat stands in front of a brown sign. Hunter Miles Davis' Journey from Intern to Park Ranger, Musician, and Audio Producer at the National Park Service Meet Hunter Miles Davis, a Park Guide at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and learn about his pathway to the National Park Service. He was a Greening Youth Foundation intern at this park and at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve and is now a full time NPS employee. Watch the video at the end as he explains his journey. Hunter jamming on drums as a Ranger inside NOLA Jazz Museum Podcast 129: 50 Years of Remembering the Up Stairs Lounge Fire Catherine Cooper speaks with Bobby Fieseler about writing "Tinderbox" and the importance of the Up Stairs Lounge Fire in LGBT activism as we come up to the 50th anniversary of the fire. The Up Stairs Lounge Fire was an unsolved arson fire at a gay bar in New Orleans on June 24, 1973. With 32 dead, it was the worst mass murder of homosexual Americans in 20th century America. The Up Stairs Lounge Fire was the worst mass murder of homosexual Americans in 20th century America. Podcast 075: Student Conservation Internships: Who, How, Why? Jason Church speaks with SCA interns Kim Samaniego and Lauralee Buchanan about their experiences with the Student Conservation Association. Making stew during a volunteer living history event. National Park Service HBCU Interns Gather at the Greening Youth Foundation’s Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana The annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities Internship (HBCUI) Conference brought together students, professionals, and experts in a celebration of diversity, innovation, and empowerment. The conference, held from July 24 to July 27, 2023, featured a rich array of discussions, workshops, and keynote addresses that underscored the importance of inclusivity and collaboration in today's evolving world. Jade Perdue's Remarkable Odyssey: Music, History, and a Glimpse into a Harmonious Future at the National Park Service Meet Jade Perdue, an Interpretive Park Ranger at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park! Ranger Jade Perdue of the Arrowhead Jazz Band at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park