New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park ยท Louisiana
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National Historical Park of the United States
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is a U.S. National Historical Park in the Tremรฉ neighborhood of New Orleans, near the French Quarter. It was created in 1994 to celebrate the origins and evolution of jazz.
About New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the legacy of America's unique musical art form. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of jazz, a sound that continues to inspire the world. Join us in preserving and celebrating the music!
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Operating Hours
French Quarter Visitor Center for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Hours
These are the standard hours for the French Quarter Visitor Center for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. The secondary site for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (Dutch Alley) at 916 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70116, is only open for special events. Please see our event calendar for details.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 9:30AM - 4:30PM | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is free to enter.
What are the best activities at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
Popular activities at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park include: Arts and Culture, Cultural Demonstrations, Live Music, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Junior Ranger Program, Shopping, Bookstore and Park Store.
What is the weather like at New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
All temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit. Note that relative humidity, especially in summer months, can reach 90%, so summertime temperatures can feel 10-20 degrees hotter than actual temperature. Average high & low temperatures by month: January - 62-44 February - 68-51 March - 77-61 April - 81-65 May - 86-69 June - 92-79 July - 97-83 August - 96-83 Sept - 90-74 Oct - 82-65 Nov - 72-53 Dec - 66-50
How do I get to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park?
The park's operations have moved to the Jean Lafitte NHP&P French Quarter Visitor Center located at 419 Decatur St., New Orleans. The visitor center is open 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. The visitor center on Decatur Street, between St. Louis and Conti Streets. We are near the statue of Bienville.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
All temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit. Note that relative humidity, especially in summer months, can reach 90%, so summertime temperatures can feel 10-20 degrees hotter than actual temperature. Average high & low temperatures by month: January - 62-44 February - 68-51 March - 77-61 April - 81-65 May - 86-69 June - 92-79 July - 97-83 August - 96-83 Sept - 90-74 Oct - 82-65 Nov - 72-53 Dec - 66-50
Directions
The park's operations have moved to the Jean Lafitte NHP&P French Quarter Visitor Center located at 419 Decatur St., New Orleans. The visitor center is open 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. The visitor center on Decatur Street, between St. Louis and Conti Streets. We are near the statue of Bienville.
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