Very unique monument to the immigrants that have come through New Orleans. One side of the two…read moresided sculpture shows a family and the other side shows the bow of a ship. The New Orleans Riverfront was the first place where generations of immigrants first stepped onto American soil. The image of a young family carved in Italian Carrara marble is so beautiful and so touching. The other side that looks like a ship faces the Mississippi River. It is a nod to the role that the river and the shipping industry plays in the past, present and future of New Orleans. A very unique Monument to the Immigrant.

This monument consists mainly of a sculpture and is located in a small plaza in Woldenberg Park…read more This is paid commercial parking lots in walking distance of the monument. It was dedicate din 1985 The monument is actual a two for one. On side of the sculpture, facing away from the river, depicts an immigrant family. The side facing the river has a stylized ship-shaped figure. The monument's inscription reads: "MONUMENT TO THE IMMIGRANT DEDICATED TO THE COURAGEOUS MEN AND WOMEN WHO LEFT THEIR HOMELAND SEEKING FREEDOM, OPPORTUNITY AND A BETTER LIFE IN A NEW COUNTRY MARCH 19, 1995 COMMISSIONED BY THE ITALIAN AMERICAN MARCHING CLUB SPONSORED BY PRIVATE CITIZENS, BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS." Italian immigrant ,Franco Alessandrini was commissioned by the Italian American Marching Club in New Orleans commissioned to create the sculpture. Alessandrini used actual photos of immigrants arriving and marble imported from Carrara, Italy to design the piece. It is an interesting monument. And I like how Alessandrini put 2 sculptures into 1. Sadly the monument has been vandalized. There are really some jerks out there. Hopefully it will be cleaned up soon. There are lots of attractions near this monument, so you should consider making a stop here part of a larger itinerary and pair it with a visit to the Cathedral, Jackson Square, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Spanish Plaza.

What is not to Love about Joan of Arc, Patron Saint of France, and defender of the French.read more

This statue is located in the middle of the street. You can get to it easily from the cross walk…read more Located across from Cafe Du Monde, Near the French Market This is a pretty cool landmark with tons of history as do most things in NOLA Each year on January 6th, the Krewe de Jeanne d'Arc honors St. Joan and the French heritage of New Orleans with a celebration. "As the first day of the carnival season, that date suggests renewal-the awakened sprite carrying the battle flag from the dead of winter toward the light of Spring. Joan has given us hope. Once more she is called to battle." -Errol Laborde

So I won't profess to be a historian and give deets on the bridge or its namesake; but what I will…read moredo is speak on is loving bridges and my experience on this bridge. Currently undergoing a facelift, the Huey P, as it's affectionately called, is a major thoroughfare to connect the WESTBANK to ELMWOOD; WEST to EAST!!! The bridge is appx 153 feet in height; it has commuter lanes and active train rails as well. The sight of the bridge can be daunting and a bit intimidating but it's quick for commuting and moving around. With the new renovation, it's shaping up to be more welcoming and less intimidating. This is great, I personally know a few folks who REFUSED to cross this bridge in the past because of its appearance. I've been told at some point as the trains cross the rails, they're expected/required to turn off their engines and just coast across. Something about safety, ehhhhhhh idk. I love bridges and this one gets some of my loving too.

I'm probably one of the few who miss the original bridge this may be due to the fact that I never…read morehad to cross this bridge out of necessity, it was always a option I chose freely. The new modern renovations has completely removed the fear factor for many, it also removed the thrill for those of us who were hopeful that our approach to this bridge was in sync with a freight train loaded with thousands of ton of cargo slowly inching its way across this high-rise trestle bridge shaking and flexing the structure as well as our inner fears, the murky waters flowing far below this bridge further enhanced this nightmarish but exhilarating experience. This bridge is unique in a number of of ways, the spans carrying vehicular traffic is a little over 1.52 miles long but the gradually sloping train trestle extends more than 4.35 miles. I'm sure this bridge had the engineers scratching their heads back in 1935 while only using slide rulers and number two pencils to calculate the load ratings especially for the longest span at nearly 800 feet not to mention the fearless engineer who maneuvered the first freight train across this iconic structure. In 2006, shortly after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast, the State of Louisiana embarked on an unprecedented project to widen this 75-year-old civil engineering marvel. The $1.2 billion project celebrated its grand opening in June 2013 with new lanes in each direction and major railroad modifications. The project was a symbol of resilience of this great state's people. It's not the same and that's somewhat saddens me but the refurbishment and upgrades will ensure this engineering landmark will remain for many more generations to come, but they'll never experience this bridge as some of us have...

The Green Bridge on Paris Road is one of those pieces of mid‑century infrastructure that rises in a…read morelong, steady climb over the old Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet channel before dropping you toward Chalmette and the rest of St. Bernard Parish. It's a tall steel through‑arch with that familiar truss pattern that once carried deep‑draft ships underneath, and even after all the repainting cycles and rehab work it still carries the local nickname that stuck from its original green finish. The approaches are smooth, the lanes are wide enough to feel comfortable, and it remains the main northern gateway for anyone heading into the parish. Because of the height, your passengers get a great view of the waterway and the industrial landscape around Michoud, but the driver should be keeping their eyes on the road instead of trying to sightsee. It's a practical, well‑engineered bridge that does exactly what it was built to do, and the recent restoration work has only helped it feel sturdier and more polished. Crossing it is quick, direct, and a reminder of how much this span has meant to the region since the 1960s. It does not have a toll. [Review 315 of 2026 - 93 in Louisiana - 25503 overall]

Well, it's back to just one lane in each direction. Been like that for weeks. No equipment or…read moreworkers present, just cones and barricades until further notice.

This small park is located at center of the St Charles St roundabout; a small island by itself…read more Many large Mardi Gras parades roll right past here, making it a popular spot during those events. Before it was called Lee Circle, the park was known as Tivoli Circle or Place du Tivoli. There has been an effort to rename the circle from Lee Circle to Egalite Circle, which is French for equality. It is named after the Confederate General Robert E. Lee. The large statue of General Lee perched on top of the tall granite pillar until 2017. Now there is only a 60' pillar that held the statue and its base. Four sets of stairs lead up to the pillar from each side.

quick and easy stop while exploring the city. Open, central, and interesting to see as you pass…read morethrough.

I finally found this statue when I was walking around with my bestie, Steve I. And his family after…read moreseeing the Christmas lights turn on at the Roosevelt hotel! We walked by it and I had to take a picture after seeing so many of my fellow elites posting their picture! For some reason i imagined that this statue was on Decatur close to the St. Joan of Arc statue? Don't ask, i have no idea why I thought it was there! I'm getting old, that's my excuse! hehe

It was cool finding this statue after breakfast at the nearby Bourbon House. Now I really want to…read moreread the book, which I've had on my bookshelves for a while. The statue is in front of a hotel, which is a little surprising.

The West Pearl River Bridge carries US Route 90 and across the border between Mississippi and…read moreLouisiana. It is a simple two-lane bridge with concrete barriers at each side. There is no pedestrian or bicycle lane. The bridge was build in 1933 by Wisconsin Bridge & Iron Company. It is a Swing Parker through truss bridge with a vertical clearance above the deck of 15 feet. (This is a replacement for the two bridge reviews that the Yelp hamsters merged.] [Review 14227 overall, 1550 of 2020, number 89 in Mississippi.]

Located in the Mississippi Welcome Center, this marker points out some Civil War history that took…read moreplace here. Though why this is "here" is a mystery to me. There is plenty of parking nearby. The marker reads, "In 1860, John Deason, a Mexican War Veteran, organized a militia company here. The "Gainesville Volunteers" entered Confederate service in 1861 as Co. G. of the Third Mississippi Infantry. During the Civil War the unit served in the Gulf Coast region and fought in the Vicksburg, Atlanta, Middle Tennessee, and Carolina campaigns." It was erected in 2000 by the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. [Review 908 of 2024 - 107 in Mississippi - 21937 overall]