https://www.spreaker.com/show/welcome-to-new-orleans-louisianaenSociety & CultureCopyright izi Distribution Serviceshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9ff34a0e82ce39d29b9d94af70bb2112.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/welcome-to-new-orleans-louisianaWed, 20 Oct 2021 14:49:59 +0000izi Distribution Servicesizi Distribution Servicesfeeds@spreaker.comHello from the land of festivals and celebrations, New Orleans! Often referred to as the most unique city, it has the biggest and most important port in the country and is the largest metropolitan area in Louisiana. The city got its name from the Duke...cleanepisodicizi Distribution Servicesfeeds@spreaker.comHello from the land of festivals and celebrations, New Orleans! Often referred to as the most unique city, it has the biggest and most important port in the country and is the largest metropolitan area in Louisiana. The city got its name from the Duke of Orleans who governed as regent for King Louis XV of France. French colonists established a settlement which was strongly influenced by their European culture. The city is known for the French and Spanish Creole architecture and varied art, music, and literature heritage. The city is also recognized for its peculiar cuisine, the birthplace of the music genre jazz, and has annual fiestas and celebrations. The most famous festival held each year, Mardi Gras, dates back from the French colonial era. So, let’s start our journey? First off, museums! We will be touring around four of New Orleans most popular museums on our very first excursionLicenses:Photo Sunrise in New Orleans, Louisiana by vxla is licensed under CC BY 2.0 _______Podcast based on audio guide Welcome to New Orleans, Louisiana! Author: Travel Communications In the podcast format you may enjoy stories remotely; if you go out and experience the audio tour on location it is adviced to use the izi.TRAVEL application that really guides you and plays stories automaticly based on your positionNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-10-louis-armstrong-park56d932d3-74ff-47f8-b882-d85b9dcb4e29Wed, 23 Dec 2020 13:04:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesLouis Armstrong Park is one of the best-known tourist attraction in New Orleans. This park was known before as Beauregard Square. It is a 32-acre entertainment center and is located in the neighbourhood of Treme, along the streets of Rampart from the...100cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesLouis Armstrong Park is one of the best-known tourist attraction in New Orleans. This park was known before as Beauregard Square. It is a 32-acre entertainment center and is located in the neighbourhood of Treme, along the streets of Rampart from the French Quarter. It was designed by Architect Robin Riley of New Orleans. Robin Riley was an outstanding architect and urban designer in the United States from 1973 to 1986 and was also an architect in New Zealand. The park consists of the Municipal Auditorium, Mahalia Theatre for the Performing Arts, Congo Square, and Jazz National Historical Park of New Orleans. There are a lot of things going on inside this park and it is really a center for entertainment where everyone can discover the real beauty of nature, music, and arts. In the year 1970, the Louis Armstrong Park was the home to Jazz and Heritage Festival. This festival was known as a jazz festival where people celebrate the music and culture of New Orleans and Louisiana. Here, people celebrate, dance around, and just have fun. At the center of the park is a gravestone of Armstrong created by Elizabeth Catlett, where people take pictures of it as a souvenir of their visit to New Orleans, Louisiana.At the corner of this park lies historic Congo Square, also known before as Place de Negres. The name came from the culture of slaves who usually gathered there on Sundays. They would often dance, beat drums, sing, and auction some of their homemade goods, and just celebrate their day off.Every year Louis Armstrong Park presents a celebration day for Martin Luther King, Jr., Concerts, Red dress run, film showing, festivals, weddings and many other activities. Visiting this park would be really great especially if there is a festival going on!Photo NEW ORLEANS JAZZ NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK, ORLEANS PARISH by Jerrye & Roy Klotz, MD is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-9-new-orleans-endangered-sites5b6ba799-08e0-4919-8a95-9810b3a2532dWed, 23 Dec 2020 13:03:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesFirst off, Fort Pike located at Pass Rigolets. It was built in the early 1800’s during the Seminole, Mexican, and Civil Wars. Today, you can see the damage from its exteriors and interiors due to war as well as recent deadly hurricanes—making it more...77cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesFirst off, Fort Pike located at Pass Rigolets. It was built in the early 1800’s during the Seminole, Mexican, and Civil Wars. Today, you can see the damage from its exteriors and interiors due to war as well as recent deadly hurricanes—making it more endangered to face demolition. Next is the Marsoudet-Caruso House, which was built in 1846 originally as a center-hall cottage. It was owned by Mrs. Eliza Ducros Marsoudet. This was also purchased by Saint Anna’s Episcopal Church in 2010 in order to save the property from being demolished, as well as expand church’s outreach program. Unfortunately, the church is currently having some financial problems, which is why this historical house is threatened to be demolished due to deterioration. Next is Touro Shakespeare Home. Yes, that’s Shakespeare, but not the one you know from the famous writer. The house was constructed in 1933 originally as a municipal almshouse. It is a combination of Neo-classical and Jacobethan revival styles by William Burk. It is famous for its diamond-shaped polychrome bricks and its symmetrical massing. It was named after a great philanthropist Judah Touro and a former mayor Joseph Shakespeare. Again, due to Hurricane Katrina, it was greatly damaged. And because of neglect, its deterioration has become more evident and visible.Photo Zebpikesm is licensed under Public domainNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-8-madame-johns-legacy15cae3fa-0619-4d40-929b-a34cb1bcadf0Wed, 23 Dec 2020 13:02:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesMadame John’s Legacy was built in 1788. There are quite a few notably old houses in the French Quarter. However, as you can see, Madame John’s Legacy stands out because of its older French Colonial style versus the more modern Spanish Colonial style...103cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesMadame John’s Legacy was built in 1788. There are quite a few notably old houses in the French Quarter. However, as you can see, Madame John’s Legacy stands out because of its older French Colonial style versus the more modern Spanish Colonial style that was the fad during those times. It was also very lucky to have survived a tragic fire in 1794. During the 19th century, changes were made when it was converted into apartments.In 1947 it was donated to the Louisiana State Museum and served as a museum. However it was closed in the mid 1960's due to major hurricane damage. Its architectural significance led to its declaration as a National Historic Landmark in 1970. During the 1970s, it was restored as close as possibly back to its original 18th century grandeur before reopening.Interestingly, this house had cameos in two major films: Interview with the Vampire and 12 years a Slave.If you still have time tonight, you can revisit this place and we’ll have a ghost tour. This is totally safe, you can even take your kids with you. This spooky point of interest offers Ghost Tours, Vampire Tours, Cemetery Tours, Scandal Tours, Garden District Tours and Voodoo Tours. Featured on History Channel, A&E, Fox Network, Sci Fi Channel and Discovery Channel, it has also been commended by the Travel Channel as the number one must-visit site in New Orleans. It is owned and run by homegrown locals, so the super creepy and very interesting stories and folklore's you will hear were passed on from generation to generation. Entertaining, you will definitely enjoy the mild theatrics combined with real history. During the tour, you will also be introduced to the best-seller "New Orleans Ghosts, Voodoo, & Vampires" and the well-known documentary, "Journey Into Darkness, The Trilogy."Photo Madame John's Legacy by Teemu008 is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-7-beauregard-keyes-housec6d536f9-c762-405f-841e-ae114ea227e1Wed, 23 Dec 2020 13:01:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesThe Beauregard-Keyes House was originally owned by auctioneer Joseph LeCarpentier. It was built by James Lambert together with designer François Correjolles in the early 1800's. Before that, the land on which it stands was owned by Ursuline Nuns.As...119cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesThe Beauregard-Keyes House was originally owned by auctioneer Joseph LeCarpentier. It was built by James Lambert together with designer François Correjolles in the early 1800's. Before that, the land on which it stands was owned by Ursuline Nuns.As you can see, this house displays a Palladian facade and a combination of Creole Cottage and Greek Revival style inside. However, it also follows the American tradition of having a central hall. The place was bought by Consul of Switzerland John A. Merle in 1833 and his wife Anais Philippon added the garden adjacent to the house.In the mid-1800's, Dominique Lanata bought the place for leasing. Confederate General Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard was his first tenant. When he remarried, their brief honeymoon was spent in this house. Following the American Civil War, Beauregard returned to the house as a widower. He lived there for only two years and moved out to live elsewhere with his son and his older sister who was also widowed.In the early 1900's the house was set to be demolished for constructing factories. The locals, however, insisted on the preservation of the home forming the Beauregard Memorial Association.Later on, the house was bought by the American author Frances Parkinson Keyes. Here she wrote a biography (entitled Madame Castel's Lodger) on the previous resident Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard. She accomplished another biography entitled The Chess Players, which is about chess prodigy Paul Morphy. Morphy happens to be the grandson of the original owner Joseph LeCarpentier.In the 1940's, Keyes started the restoration project of the house, hiring the influential architect, photographer, and early preservation advocate Richard Koch. With the help of a local group, the Garden Study Club, the garden was restored to its original 1800s look and the surrounding brick wall was rebuilt. In the 1950s, the Historic District Landmarks Commission recognized the Beauregard-Keyes House as the Historic Landmark.On display, you will also see some of the Beauregard family’s personal items, Keyes’ studio, as well as her collection of dolls and rare porcelain tea pots.Photo FQ29Jan07BeauregardHouse3 by Infrogmation is licensed under CC BY 2.5Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-6-old-us-mintabf74a76-1e3e-4e01-978c-29db001abb64Wed, 23 Dec 2020 13:00:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesThe New Orleans Mint based in Louisiana operated from the 1830s to 1860s and from the 1870s to 1900s. It has served as a branch mint of the United States and it is the oldest mint ever recorded. Just like most of the 19th-century public buildings in...114cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesThe New Orleans Mint based in Louisiana operated from the 1830s to 1860s and from the 1870s to 1900s. It has served as a branch mint of the United States and it is the oldest mint ever recorded. Just like most of the 19th-century public buildings in U.S, the Mint building comes from the Greek Revival style. It was designed by the famous architect William Strickland and red bricks were used.New Orleans Mint was a factory to make coins and it produced more than 400 million gold and silver coins during its operation. The building has served a range of purposes like assay office, US Coast Guard storage facility, and a fallout shelter after it was decommissioned as a mint. In the 1930's, the building was changed into a Federal prison. It became an extension of the Louisiana State Museum in 1980's. But in 2005, it was damaged by hurricane Katrina and reopened in 2007 after a major repair and renovation. It has been recognized as a museum, historic building and research facility. Admission is free! There are three permanent exhibits that you can find in the Old US Mint at French Quarter. The spot that’s interesting here is the “New Orleans Jazz” exhibit. Here you can find the new photo gallery which exposes the New Orleans’ new generation of performers. Aside from that, it also displays instruments that were played by notable jazz musicians. You can also see presentations of sheet music and collectibles recounting the history of Jazz especially its humble beginnings on New Orleans streets. Another one is the Newcomb Pottery and Crafts Display. Many of the masterworks such as artsy ceramics, watercolor pictures, metalwork, and bookbinding were produced by students of H. Sophie Newcomb College of Tulane University. And lastly, “The Mississippi and Making of a Nation”. This is based on National Geographic’s 2002 book of the same title. This was curated by historians Douglas Brinkley and Stephen Ambrose. There are 45 photographs in the exhibit by Sam Abell, resident photographer of National Geographic. Photo EsplanadeOldMintFlagpolemen by Infrogmation is licensed under CC BY 2.5Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-5-new-orleans-jazz-national-hist0e059d65-2a99-4a7c-9467-6448b9e05c6bWed, 23 Dec 2020 12:59:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesThe New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park was established in the 1990's as a tribute to the roots and progression of jazz. Using interpretive techniques, the National Park Service staff presents the facts and resources related to the origins and...104cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesThe New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park was established in the 1990's as a tribute to the roots and progression of jazz. Using interpretive techniques, the National Park Service staff presents the facts and resources related to the origins and early development of jazz in a very entertaining manner. Jazz is considered the only distinct American kind of music. It originated in African-American communities during the late 19th and early 20th century. The centerpiece of the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is the Perseverance Hall No. 4. It was built in 1820s. It is the oldest known Masonic temple in Louisiana and was originally called the Masonic Lodge. It was registered as a historical place in the 1970's. It is a great place to learn the cultural history of Jazz in New Orleans. If you like to enjoy jazz music, go here, the admission is free for concerts. From classical up to contemporary, this is the best place to experience piano jazz. This is just near the Old US Mint and French Market. There are a few small but interesting exhibits in the Park office. The guides for the extensive history of jazz walking tour are called park rangers. There are great spaces to sit down in the shade whenever the tour stops. The New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park displays the instruments from some of Jazz's famous players. You’ll learn many amazing trivia that you’ve never heard before like the contribution of the Sicilian immigrant community to the distinguishing sounds of New Orleans, as epitomized by Louis Prima. If you plan to bring your kids with you, make sure that they take the Junior Ranger program. This is recommended in getting the information about this park appropriate for children. Just a piece of advice, be sure to show up at least 15 minutes in advance of the tour. The park rangers only take 25 people and you have to sign up for the jazz walking tour.Photo FQNewOrleansJazzParkSign by Infrogmation is licensed under CC BY 2.5Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-4-jackson-square0b3e5d0a-bf70-47f4-9a5f-d70019f9d5b9Wed, 23 Dec 2020 12:58:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesInspired by the 17th-century Place des Vosges in Paris, France, Jackson Square was designed by the landscape artist, surveyor and architect Louis H. Pilié. It was called Place d’Armes under the French and Plaza de Armas under the Spanish...108cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesInspired by the 17th-century Place des Vosges in Paris, France, Jackson Square was designed by the landscape artist, surveyor and architect Louis H. Pilié. It was called Place d’Armes under the French and Plaza de Armas under the Spanish administration during the 18th century. In the early 19th century, it became Jackson Square, named after the victor in 1815 Battle of New Orleans, General Andrew Jackson. In his memory, that equestrian statue you see in the middle of the park was sculpted by Clark Mills in 1856. Standing near the four corners of this square are four other statues, which represent the four seasons in the personified forms.In 1960, it became an official National Historic Landmark. In 2012, the American Planning Association gave recognition to this historic park as among America’s Great Public Spaces. As you can see, its impressive size is almost that of a city block.Right on this corner of Jackson Square is the Cabildo, where the 1803 signing of the Louisiana Purchase took place and Louisiana officially became a territory of the United States. In the late 1700s, it was devoured by the Great New Orleans Fire but was restored a couple of years later to house the Spanish Municipal Government. It was during this period when it found its name Cabildo, taken from the “Illustrious Cabildo” or City Council.A two-minute walk will take us to the Presbyter Louisiana State Museum. Since its foundation in 1906, it has accumulated quite a diverse display of historic artifacts and art.Another minute of walking back to Jackson Square will take us to the 1850 House, an impressive representation of life in the mid-nineteenth-century New Orleans. It was constructed in 1850 by the Baroness Micaela Almonester de Pontalba, daughter of Don Andres Almonester y Roxas, who once owned the Cabildo, the St. Louise Cathedral and the Presbyter Louisiana State Museum.Photo Andrew Jackson monument, New Orleans, USA by Diego Delso is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-3-audubon-butterfly-garden-and-ie2d56d21-f9ba-4624-90f5-53c4e0e8ef07Wed, 23 Dec 2020 12:57:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesIn 2008, the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium served as the biggest free-standing museum for insects in the U.S. It is a museum where you can see insects, birds, and fish all living together in great harmony. They have a wide variety of bugs...123cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesIn 2008, the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium served as the biggest free-standing museum for insects in the U.S. It is a museum where you can see insects, birds, and fish all living together in great harmony. They have a wide variety of bugs on exhibit and many visitors can really enjoy the enchanting Butterfly Garden-Hatchery and Koi Pond. You can find interesting facts about arthropods in the first half of the exhibit. Moreover, you’ll surely be astounded by the hall of fame of mounted insects in huge shadow boxes and insect jewelry. There is a popular Bug Cafe where you can taste and buy insects to eat. The Bug Café highlights a chef cooking many foods with bugs and insects in it. Inside, you can also hold private events and birthday parties. The Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is a 23,000-sq. ft. museum that holds 50 live exhibits every week. In 2009, it received the Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement in a Science Center. Following its roots, the Audobon Park, which is a popular family recreation in the city, this beauteous garden aims to expand its programs for eco-conservation and environmental awareness by focusing on butterfly gardens and insects. The Audobon Nature Institute is so devoted to preserving the Earth’s natural beauty and treasures that they even partnered with San Diego Zoo Global in order to breed endangered zoo animals. The Audobon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium has been featured several times on Animal Planet Live. There are also camps and trails in a tropical jungle where you will meet and learn about the different types of insects and butterflies, especially those that were found in New Orleans. And oh! Don’t forget to see the Insect Encounters in Metamorphosis, which shows the life cycle of every insect. From courtship to mating and reproduction, and how caterpillars transform into a beautiful butterfly. Adjacent to the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is the Audobon Aquarium of the Americas, an Audobon Nature Institute’s expansion that is dedicated to showing aquatic species. If you have time tomorrow, you can drop by and visit this amazing spot here in the city.Photo MP - Insectarium 1 by Mark Pellegrini is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.5Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-2-lafayette-square266b3f8c-830c-4358-8684-254f47cd85d5Wed, 23 Dec 2020 12:56:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesLafayette Square was formerly known as Place Gravier. However, during Lafayette’s stay in the city, this place was renamed after him. Let’s talk about this legendary hero first, shall we? Gilbert du Motier, le Marquis de Lafayette was a French...112cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesLafayette Square was formerly known as Place Gravier. However, during Lafayette’s stay in the city, this place was renamed after him. Let’s talk about this legendary hero first, shall we? Gilbert du Motier, le Marquis de Lafayette was a French lieutenant general who took sides with the Americans during the American Revolutionary War. During his stay in the country, he became friends with president George Washington after the president was very much pleased with the young French soldier’s dedication to serve a land not his own. All of his battles were successful and had risen his name to such prestige until the year 1791, the Flight to Varennes, wherein he was held accountable for the royal family’s custody, and blamed for the near-escape of the king, and was called the traitor. His name was completely damaged when he traveled to the Champ de Mars for the purpose of restoring order; but tragedy happened when he and his troops met several gunshots and bombs with thrown everywhere—killing dozens of army. He was blamed for the tragic encounter and accused of deserting his battalion, as he was believed to sympathize with the royal family. He was later captured, exiled, and imprisoned. Lafayette was seen as a vain, innocent, immature, and egoistical person. But these characteristics led him to sacrifice his own life for the purpose of giving France and the US, the military force that these two countries deserved, as well as freedom and alliance. Lafayette Square is the second oldest family park in the city. This was planned and designed in 1788 by Don Carlos Trudeau, who once served as the city’s acting mayor. Although named after Lafayette, this park holds a bronze statue of Henry Clay and statues of Benjamin Franklin and John McDonogh, but without any statue of Lafayette. This park is the common venue for different events and national holidays, including concerts, choir symphonies, and other music festivals. It is a perfect place to relax and unwind and just relish the beauty of nature that surrounds the park.Photo Henry Clay Statue, Lafayette Square, New Orleans, USA1 by Diego Delso is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/13721751/episode-1-the-national-wwii-museumf2e7ee24-2722-4bc6-9da8-6d0e026c2f3dWed, 23 Dec 2020 12:55:49 +0000izi Distribution ServicesLet’s begin with The National WWII Museum. Called the D-Day Museum back in the day, the National WWII Museum was founded in the year 2000, which marked the 56th anniversary of D-Day. It became America’s official National World War II Museum in 2003,...101cleanfullizi Distribution ServicesLet’s begin with The National WWII Museum. Called the D-Day Museum back in the day, the National WWII Museum was founded in the year 2000, which marked the 56th anniversary of D-Day. It became America’s official National World War II Museum in 2003, as designated by the U.S. Congress.Within two to three hours, you will have a glimpse of the World War II experience. Our first and foremost stop will be at the Solomon Victory Theater, wherein an award-winning 4-D film, Beyond All Boundaries, will be shown. This film depicts a general idea of World War II on every front.The museum has two restaurants inside—the American Sector and the Soda Shop. Both were once run by the well-known chef John Besh until a few years ago. A war gaming club and an annual war game convention called “Heat of Battle” are also sponsored by the museum.From the National WWII Museum, we will turn left on Andrew Higgins Street and in approximately three minutes without traffic, our next stop will be at Confederate Memorial Hall Museum. It is Louisiana's Oldest Museum, and way back in history it was called simply “Memorial Hall.” It has a very interesting display of historical artifacts related to the Confederate States of America (C.S.A.) and the American Civil War. It also holds a notably large collection of Confederate Civil War items, second only to the Civil War Museum.Adjacent to the Memorial Hall Museum is the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. Here you will find mostly modern works of art, which includes paintings, photos and sculptures. There are also a few lovely pieces of early 19th century art.And lastly, just a few steps from here is the Louisiana Children’s Museum. After three ‘grown-up’ museums, your kids will definitely love this place. The two-story building provides fun interactive exhibits like miniature groceries and kitchens.Photo DDayMuseumOnCamp30Nov07 by Infrogmation is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0No