New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

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A young brass band musician plays a trumpet
The park works with local partners to share jazz at community events, festivals, and other venues.
Exhibit titled "What Is New Orleans Jazz?"
"What is New Orleans Jazz?" A visit to the park's main visitor center at 916 North Peters Street will answer the question.
Kids and adults playing instruments on a stage
Passing jazz traditions from one generation to the next is an important part of the park's mission---and great listening too!
Singer with jazz band, including park rangers
The park's state-of-the-art concert space at the Old US Mint is the perfect place to enjoy some jazz.
Rangers and others sing and play on a stage
Programs like this celebration of the Voting Rights Act bring together history, culture, and music.
Photos: National Park Service

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!

Quick Facts

State Louisiana
Designation National Historical Park
State Code LA
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 &…

Location & Map

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park is located in Louisiana.

Operating 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.

Wednesday 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Monday Closed
Thursday 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Sunday Closed
Tuesday 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Friday 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Saturday 9:30AM - 4:30PM

Activities

Arts and Culture Cultural Demonstrations Live Music Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Junior Ranger Program Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Getting There

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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Contact & Address

Address 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA, 70130
Phone 504-589-3882
Email jazz_interpretation@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

African American Heritage Birthplace Music Urban America

Visitor Centers

New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park

The park is devoted to sharing the origins of jazz and its development through today via performances, ranger talks, and other programs. French Quarter Visitor…

Hours: New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park visitor center is at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. The visitor center is closed on Federal Holidays and on Mardi Gras.

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