Treme Neighbourhood Tour

Discover the history of the oldest African American neighborhood in the United States on this tour of the Treme neighborhood in New Orleans, known as the birthplace of Jazz. Visit notable locations such as Louis Armstrong Park and Congo Square.

Treme Neighbourhood Tour

We'll meet at 718 N Rampart St at the scheduled time to begin our guided tour of Treme, recognized as New Orleans' African American neighborhood.

The tour will start at Congo Square and Louis Armstrong Park, exploring the essence of this historic area. In the 18th century, this neighborhood allowed its African American population to be recognized as free individuals. The tour will reveal the reasons behind this unique status and provide additional historical insights.

Key historical sites will include St. Augustine's Church, the first black Catholic church in the United States. We'll discuss the impact of the Civil War on the neighborhood and the history of the Ku Klux Klan's actions in the area.

Participants will walk through streets featuring characteristic architecture and "Creole" houses, and learn about the origins of jazz, which trace back to the Treme district.

The tour, lasting approximately 2 hours, will conclude at Louis Armstrong Park, encapsulating the rich Afro-American culture of New Orleans.