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The Cabildo Museum

Local history museum · French Quarter ·

The Cabildo Museum

Local history museum · French Quarter ·
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"The Spanish arches and French-style roof of The Cabildo, a grand old building, bring a touch of regality to Jackson Square. The site of the Louisiana Purchase, the building has its own historical significance. But it's also home to an extensive collection of artifacts that date back to the days of the earliest explorers, including portraits of important figures, and original documents and artifacts covering everything from the Civil War to Native American culture in the region. The most celebrated item is probably Napoleon’s death mask—one of only four in existence." - Paul Oswell

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Spanish colonial building housing Louisiana history exhibits

louisiana purchase
history of new orleans
history of louisiana
napoleon's death mask
jackson square
battle of new orleans
mardi gras
spanish colonial architecture
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Spanish colonial building housing Louisiana history exhibits

louisiana purchase
history of new orleans
history of louisiana
napoleon's death mask
jackson square
battle of new orleans
mardi gras
spanish colonial architecture
Google Rating
4.5 (562)
Yelp Rating
4.4
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in

701 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Get directions

Restroom
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
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