Louisiana, New Orleans, Jackson Square

The St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, New Orleans, Louisiana

This postcard was postmarked in 2026.

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Louisiana - New Orleans, Best Western, Patio Motel

 

Best Western, Patio Motel in New Orleans, Louisiana

This is now a public storage building.

Louisiana - New Orleans, Harrah's Casino

Harrah's Casino (Caesars New Orleans)

This was postmarked in 2016.

Louisiana - New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana, The French Quarter

This was postmarked in 2025. 

 

Louisiana - New Orleans, Chalmette Battlefield

Did You Know?
Chalmette Battlefield
New Orleans

Chalmette was the location of what is often called The Battle of New Orleans, where United States forces under Colonel Andrew Jackson defeated the British in 1815.  The battlefield is preserved as a national monument, and a military cemetery is adjacent.  On 29 August 2005, the enormous 25-foot storm surge from Hurricane Katrina completely destroyed Chalmette.  Fortunately the majority of the population evacuated shortly before the storm hit, but there was still some loss of life for many who had not gotten out.  Chalmette National Cemetery is a 17.5-acre site that was once the battleground of the Battle for New Orleans.  It is the burial place for 15,300 veterans of military campaigns from the Revolutionary War to the Vietnam War.

This postcard was postmarked in 2019. 

Louisiana - New Orleans, Iron Lace Balconies

Iron Lace Balconies
New Orleans French Quarter

The French Quarter's stunning architecture is one of the many aspects of New Orleans culture that makes this city unique.  One of the most pronounced features is the intricate ironwork on the balconies adorning the historic buildings.  The architectural details of these homes were influenced by French and Spanish settlers back in the late 1700's to the early 1800's.

Photographer: Alex Demyan
2014

Louisiana - New Orleans, Historic Jackson Square

Historic Jackson Square
New Orleans

Established in 1721, New Orleans' most famous National Historic Landmark, Jackson Square was originally called the Place d'Armes, as it was a military gathering ground.  The square was renamed to honor Andrew Jackson, the hero of the Battle of New Orleans.  Jason Square is flanked by St. Louis Cathedral, The Presbytere and Cabildo State Museums and the Pontalba Apartments, the oldest in the nation.
Photographer: Alex Demyan
2014

Louisiana - New Orleans, Aerial View

Louisiana
New Orleans
An aerial view
(bought in 2013)

That is the Mississippi River going through the center of the card.

Louisiana - New Orleans, Pen and Ink Drawings

Claiborne Courtyard  New Orleans
The home of Governor Claiborne, first American Governor of the Territory of Orleans, nominated on Oct. 5th, 1804.  This lovely old court yard is located at 628 Toulouse Street.
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"Lacy Balcony"  New Orleans
This "Embroidered Ironwork" on the balcony of a home in the French Quarter, forms a striking frame for the St. Louis Cathedral.
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Brulatour Courtyard  New Orleans
Known as the most famous of the Vieux Carre's courtyards, the patio of the Brulatour Mansion, at 520 Royal Street, is perhaps more frequently sketched and photographed than any other.  It was the home of Francois Seignouret who not only was an importer of fine French wines, but who also designed and manufactured lovely rosewood furniture.
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Little Theatre Courtyard   New Orleans
A spot of quaint charm in the heart of the Vieux Carre is the patio of the Little Theatre.  Located at 619 St. Peter St.  its attractive fountain and colorful courtyard attract many visitors.

From a set of 8 postcards, the envelope reads:
8 Pen and Ink Sketches of Famous French Quarter Scenes
"New Orleans" America's Most Interest City
25 cents the set
These Cards (as Post Cards) easily mailed to friends ... and can be framed for the home.
Louise Sarrazin. Artist

Louisiana - New Orleans, Pen and Ink Drawings

Pirates Alley  -
a name to conjure with. Here pirates passed on their way to the old Cabildo Jail, and here the atmosphere of the old France and Old Spain still prevails.  Separation the Cabildo from the St. Louis Cathedral, this block-long alleyway leads from Chartres to Royal Street.

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Spanish Arms Patio ...New Orleans
This wrought-iron Gate forms the entrance to the Spanish Arms patio.  Located at 616 Royal Street, it was the rendezvous for fashionable balls in the olden days, and many a Creole Belle passed though these gates to the spacious reception rooms to the second story.
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 Patio Royal  New Orleans
Formerly the home of Paul Morphy, International Chess Champion, now the Patio Royal, a fashionable French Quarter tea room and restaurant.  The view sketched shows the Driveway and Ancient Stairway.
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St. Louis Catedral ... Facing Place d'Armes
or Jackson Square, in the heart of the New Orleans French Quarter is the triple spired stately St. Louis Cathedral.  The second oldest Catholic Church in the United States, the present edifice was built in 1794 by Don Andres Almonester y Roxas

From a set of 8 postcards, the envelope reads:
8 Pen and Ink Sketches of Famous French Quarter Scenes
"New Orleans" America's Most Interest City
25 cents the set
These Cards (as Post Cards) easily mailed to friends ... and can be framed for the home.
Louise Sarrazin. Artist