Chalmette Battlefield

Cannons on the Chalmette Battlefield — Walk in the footsteps of the troops of 1815 at Chalmette Battlefield.
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Just downriver from New Orleans in Chalmette is the site of the January 8, 1815, Battle of New Orleans: Chalmette Battlefield. Many people believe that this last great battle of the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain was unnecessary, since the treaty ending the war was signed in late 1814. However, the war was not over. The resounding American victory at the Battle of New Orleans soon became a symbol of a new idea: American democracy triumphing over the old European ideas of aristocracy and entitlement. General Andrew Jackson's hastily assembled army won the day against a battle-hardened and larger British force. Americans took pride in the victory, and for decades celebrated January 8 as a national holiday, just like the Fourth of July.

Entrance Gate Hours:

Vehicular gates are open 9 am - 4:30 pm. The site is open to pedestrians year-round sunrise to sunset.
Chalmette National Cemetery is open every day, including federal holidays. Vehicular gates are open from 9:30 am-4:30 pm, including federal holidays. It is open to pedestrians year-round from sunrise to sunset.
The paddlewheeler "Creole Queen" travels from New Orleans' French Quarter to the battlefield; visit the Creole Queen website for sailing times and ticket information.