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New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Things To Do

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Schedule Of Events
 
 
Park Ranger Program
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Park Ranger Programs
Every week, park rangers present a variety of programs. So, whether you're in the mood to participate during a demonstration or sit back and learn from an exciting lecture, stop by and enjoy.

 
jazz performer
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Live Music Performances
Every Saturday, the park hosts a variety of musicians to explore the origins, development and progression of New Orleans jazz. The park often has live music during the week too. Please check the schedule to see when your favorite jazz artist will be performing.

 
Brass Band drum
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Guest Presentations
Ever wonder about jazz funerals, second-line parades and mardi gras indians? The park hosts local historians, musicians, and participants from New Orleans music heritage to explore these topics and more.
Music Venues in New Orleans
Music Venues in New Orleans
Call before you visit these venues as some have not yet reopened (.pdf, 91kb)
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Links
Links
Find local jazz resources here!
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Louis Armstrong  

Did You Know?
Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong claimed to be born on July 4th, 1900, but a baptismal record was recently found which states his birthday as August 4th, 1901. (We celebrate both days!)

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Last Updated: August 02, 2006 at 14:49 EST