What we play is life. – Louis Armstrong
New Orleans has such rich history and culture. One of the most historic places is Armstrong Park. Back in the 1800, Congo Square, located in Armstrong Park, notably known for it being the meeting place for slaves (wait- I hate that word.) I mean… enslaved individuals. Congo Square is formerly known as Place de Negres. A Sunday tradition for enslaved individuals that took place after work.
Armstrong Park also honors famous Jazz musician Louis Armstrong. Born and raised in New Orleans. Just a few steps from the French Quarter, Armstrong Park is filled with unique sculptures, statues, relaxing areas, and perfect photo op moments.
My favorite Armstrong Park shots!
Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong statue tribute.
Inslaved individuals gathered at Congo Square on Sundays in to sing, dance, and drum in authentic West African styles.
Allison “Big Chief Tootie” Montana of Yellow Pocahantas Mardi Gras Indian Tribe.
Charles “Buddy” Bolden- Lengendary Cornet Player remembered as the “First King of Jazz”.
I love exploring the city that I am prow to call my hometown. Look for more posts exploring the history of this famous city.
Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoyed!
Nawdeeya
14 Comments
Love your page, so easy for the eyes to read! Love to know more about America as I only been to California and a little bit of Arizona and Nevada.
Thanks so much. I have never been California or Arizona. They are definitely on my list.
Looks like a great park full of amazing statues and sculptures! I haven’t been to New Orleans, but I will definitely check it out when I finally do visit.
Such beautiful pictures, I’d be proud to have such a wonderful park so local too, it looks stunning and I love the historic tributes!
Wow how amazing is Armstrong Park – so much to see and do – looks like an amazing day out – ideal to have a picnic here x
oh wow! Jazz park sounds like a blast. I really hope I’ll get to visit it one day
I visited New Orleans a few years back and I had the best day in Armstrong park!!
What a great looking park. New Orleans sure is full of some wonderful history and this tribute to a true legend is definitely a place to visit. Your photos really do make me want to visit.
I love the look of this park, and the story behind it is really interesting. I live very near London in the UK, another city full of history and stories which is wonderful. But American history is something that interests me so much. I love all the statues – a great tribute to a great man!
I have never been to New Orleans. Your pictures are amazing, they indeed give a view of the rich history and culture of the place.
It looks like an awesome park to visit. Lots of monument can found here. Will search more about this place and show to my hubby if we can visit this park soon.
I missed Armstrong Park on my last visit to NOLA! I wish I knew about it but can’t wait to explore it on my next trip!
I love being a tourist in my own city. I do it often and love it. It’s so liberating, go for lunch somewhere new, check out art galleries.
I love NOLA! Your pics are great, I’m definitely following you on Insta now 🙂