Black Butterfly "New…read moreOrleans is the only city that I've been in that if you listen, the sidewalks will speak to you." - John T. Scott Maybe this is why so many artists come from New Orleans. Jazz musicians. Writers. Painters. Chefs. Sculptors. Artists in so many different genres. I know that the streets and sidewalks of New Orleans always speak to me. Black Butterfly was sculpted by artist John T. Scott in aluminum. Scott received a MacArthur Genius Award. Amazing! Scott's works often explore themes related to the rich Afro-Caribbean culture and musical heritage of New Orleans. Scott taught art at Xavier University for over 40 years. It was interesting to hear his son, Ayo Scott who is also a gifted artist, talk about his dad's influence at a gallery opening several years ago.

This piece just jumps and grabs you. it is amazing. I dare you not to look. You can't do it. It is…read morethe masterful work of Brazilian painter Carlos Eduardo Fernandes Leo, AKA (artistically known as) Eduardo Kobra. The mural was painted in 2019 and is 45 feet tall. It depicts a close up of a wide eyed Louis Armstrong blowing into his trumpet. The artist had to work around 10 windows on the building to paint the mural and keep the flow going. In order to do so, he just blended them into the mural's colorful translucent geometric pattern. It is very realistic and looks like a photograph. However, the mural is divided into different color filtered squares. Those geometric patterns are a trademark of Kobra's style. Kobra said, the rainbow colors "symbolize that people are all the same." It really looks like he is looking at you. This is one of my favorite pieces, not only in the CBD, but in the entire city. The mural is on the side of The Rampart Hotel and overlooks a paid parking lot. The building is over 100 tears old and fittingly is located in a part of the city that what was known for jazz-era nightclubs. There is metered street parking and paid lots available nearby to park and get out to take a closer look. You could also get a good look from the windshield of your car doing a slow rolling drive by. Anyway, as with most murals I have reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. You should consider planning out additional stops at many of the other wonderful murals and attractions in the area, such as the SuperDome, to maximize your time and trip. Fu Fact: The mural was dedicated on the 118th anniversary of the Satchmo's birth.

Definitely worth it to stop by if you're in the area for a photo with your group of friends. I've…read moregone here twice now for a photo. I actually just really love the artwork from Greetings Tour, so whenever I see a mural similar to this, I always take a photo in front it.

Super cute and colorful mural! Perfect for a shot to take back home from NOLA. Located on Magazine…read moreStreet away from the craziness in the French Quarter. There are many shops around. Perfect area to stroll around. It was not very busy. We went on a Sunday at 4:30 PM.

The very first statue of a woman in military uniform in the United States, Molly Marine has been…read morehere since November 10, 1943. Back then, the Marines needed bodies to perform non-combat tasks and since most men were already in combat roles (or could be drafted anyway), a recruiting sergeant tried to interest women to enroll in the Corps with this statue. The statue isn't bronze, since bronze was very carefully rationed during the war. Instead, it is cement made from granite and marble chips. Two metal versions of Molly were not created until 1999 and those statues stand at Parris Island, South Carolina, and Quantico, Virginia. The sculpture depicts a young woman holding binoculars and staring skyward, perhaps on the lookout for enemy planes. It was sculpted by French Quarter artist Enrique Alferez based on model Judy Mosgrove (another New Orleans native) who was herself a former Marine. [Review 14222 overall, 1544 of 2020, number 39 in Louisiana.]

This open air art market is located in The Marigny entertainment district on Frenchmen Street. It's…read moreright next to The Spotted Cat music club. It is two sections of many local artists selling their wares. At night it is well lit and has a festive feel to it. Browse by, look at the art and talk to the artists most of which are there selling New Orleans/Louisiana centric work. Paintings, jewelry, posters, souvenirs, etc. Not cheap Bourbon Street types of things. Frenchmen Street has a great music scene and this Bazaar is a pleasant way to spend a little time between clubs. It is a nice place to visit.

This is a great little street fair that people can sell their products. I think it's in a good…read morelocation, right smack dab in the middle of Frenchmen. There are some interesting products and one might find something unique, especially if they're having a really good time, since it's open late. If in the area, you should check it out!

This is a tall, slender mural by California-based art collective, Cyrcle. The South Market…read morecommissioned the group to do the painting in 2017. The mural depicts a tall and slender silhouette woman in a green field, against a blue sky, "exploring the boundaries of her world". The figure appears to be touching both sides of the walls that it is painted between. The mural is located between the Willa Jean's resturant and The Paramount at South Market Apartments. It is a neat piece and I like its use of colors. The sky in the mural is realistic and beautiful. There is metered street parking and paid lots available nearby to park and get out to take a closer look. You could also get a good look from the windshield of your car doing a slow rolling drive by. Anyway, as with most murals I have reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. You should consider planning out additional stops at many of the other wonderful murals and attractions in the area, such as the Survive Mural that is in the same parking lot that it is in, to maximize your time and trip.

Walk along the Poydras Corridor to find a series of sculptures…read more The Power Tower by Lynda Benglis is a very striking golden piece. Located near the Le Pavilion hotel, it was a good landmark along Poydras.

Lafitte Greenway is truly one of the best outdoor spaces in New Orleans. I love the green space and…read morethe thoughtful activations led by the Lafitte Greenway Partnership that make it such a vibrant, welcoming place for the community. There's something for everyone -- sports fields, playgrounds, outdoor fitness equipment, and beautifully maintained walking and biking paths. ‍ The Greenway also hosts amazing events and programs throughout the year, including the Crescent City Farmers Market, free Get Fit exercise classes, health and wellness events like Heart N Hands , and cultural programming that brings the community together. DID YOU KNOW? Spanning 2.6 miles, this urban greenway transformed a historic canal and railroad corridor into a multi-use path that connects neighborhoods from the French Quarter to City Park. It's more than just a park -- it's a place to gather, exercise, enjoy nature, ride bikes, hear local music, discover something new, and reconnect with the city's history. Lafitte Greenway truly represents the best version of New Orleans.

Clean, convenient, and easy to navigate! We decided to walk to our destination via greenway and…read morefound this route. The greenway was hard to miss and wide enough for bikes and pedestrians. The path was clean and well paved. Overall, we were thankful to have this option so that we didn't have to walk along the road.