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.

Understanding the history of this park is key to understanding the energy present. I highly…read morerecommend walking around, looking at the artwork in Armstrong Park, and sitting on one of the benches in Congo Square to reflect on what the incredible trees in this park have seen over the past few hundred years. It's awe inspiring, humbling, and an essential visit when trying to understand and pay homage to the black history of New Orleans.

Grateful to have the opportunity to stop by the Congo Square which is now Louis Armstrong Park…read more This was considered to be sacred ground where Houmas Indians used before the arrival of the French for celebrating their annual corn harvest. The gathering of enslaved African vendors in Congo Square originated as early as the late 1740's during Louisiana's French colonial perlod and continued during the Spanish colonial era as one of the city's public markets. By 1803. Congo Square had become famous for the gatherings of enslaved Africans who drummed, danced, sang and traded on Sunday afternoons. By 1819. these gatherings numbered nearly 600 people. Among the most famous dances were the Bamboula, the Calinda and the Congo.These African cultural expressions gradually developed into Mardi Gras Indian traditions, The Second line and eventually New Orleans jazz and rhythm and blues. To this day family still celebrate at Louis Armstrong. Park on Sunday is a day to dance, play music, pay homage, celebrate and enjoy one another.

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.

Longest 24 miles of my life, well technically longest 48 miles of my life…read more Why did I think I was just going to drive on a cute 5 min little bridge. Def should have read the reviews first. My anxiety was through the roof, the bridge felt like it kept going and going with no land in sight. And just to let you know there are turnabouts & emergency shoulders but you have to be escorted by the police. I kept telling myself do not call, you got this. I didn't know how long the bridge went and that's what gave me more anxiety since I had 3 hours to return the rental. And then finding out it's a draw bridge too, wtf! If I had to witness that, I'm parking and call the ambulance for me. I would never be able to cross this bridge at night! Mile markers hallelujah Driving over the bridge during the day hallelujah Draw bridge not opening hallelujah Police and tow trucks visable hallelujah No high winds hallelujah

The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway is the longest continuous bridge over water in the world. It spans…read morethe entire width of Lake Pontchartrain, connecting New Orleans with communities on the north shore. The causeway is actually 2 parallel bridges, with the longer one measuring 23.83 miles. It carries a significant amount of traffic, with up to 40,000 vehicles crossing daily, The bridge is supported by over 9,500 concrete pilings. It features a bascule (movable) span about 8 miles from the north end allowing boats to pass. There have been many accidents on the bridge and lake. The causeway has seven crossovers for emergencies and traffic management. Hazards like fog, wind, and thunderstorms, affect visibility.

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...

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.

While a memorial is nice to keep in mind all of the fallen police officers, in and out of the line…read moreof duty, I wonder if there will be a memorial to those who have died at the hands of those bound to serve and protect. The lives of the innocent that have been lost, accused of wrong doing when nothing wrong was done. I am not saying that every single officer of the law is wrong, just that there are enough bad ones to mar the reputation of the good. There are ones who care, and I am not doubting that at all. This is a lovely memorial near the front of Lake Lawn Cemetery.

This deserves its own listing…read more Dedicated in 2002, The Louisiana Law Enforcement Officers Memorial is a worthy tribute to those who gave their lives protecting us. Did you know, that as of today, 438 Louisiana police officers have been killed in the line of duty? Just last year, six officers made the ultimate sacrifice serving the citizens of this great state. Think about that for a minute while you read this review. Located directly in front of Lake Lawn Funeral Home, I would imagine most visitors to Metaire Cemetery have never even noticed this monument. It isn't as fancy as the weeping angel statue, or as grand as the Moriarty Tomb, but this is a place I encourage everyone to visit. Seeing the names of the 438 officers carved into those granite slabs is always a very emotional experience for me. I think of what those officers were thinking before their lives were taken, and what effect their death had on their loved ones, co-workers and the public. Were they quickly forgotten by the public at large? Was their sacrifice in vain? Could something have been done to prevent their death? Despite numerous visits, it is always a moving experience. Even if you don't read the names etched in stone, I do encourage you to check out the statue at the memorial site. The statue of the crying police officer being comforted by a small child almost always brings tears to my eyes. I don't expect it to have the same effect on you, but it really reminds you of the sacrifice these officers made. Next time you're in the area, or even if you have to make a special trip, a visit to the Law Enforcement Officers memorial is something I strongly encourage you to do.

Its a great place to live, the only real problem is have is the method of water bill payment? They…read moreare HORRIBLE!!!

The parish is the beat up, worn out cousin to New Orleans and has a reputation. The Battle for New…read moreOrleans during the Revolutionary War was here, and would have marked the turning point of the war had the peace treaty not already been signed. They have a Los Islenos heritage museum here, and other notable restaurants and points of interest. The few museums that are here are pretty darn good.