Savory Simon was a real person—Simon Hubig, born in 1860 to German immigrant parents in the U.S. After his father's early death, Simon and his brothers helped their mother run a baking business. B...
A Stroll Down Memory Lane: Top 20 Most Missed Old New Orleans Businesses and Landmarks
New Orleans, with its rich history and vibrant culture, has experienced significant changes over the years. Many beloved businesses and landmarks have disappeared, either due to natural disaster...
Micaela Almonester, Baroness de Pontalba
Micaela Almonester, Baroness de Pontalba, was a prominent figure in 19th century New Orleans, known for her remarkable resilience in the face of adversity and her significant contributions to the ...
Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival
The Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, held annually in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, is a celebration of the region's bountiful strawberry harvest. Since the 1970s, the festival has grown to become one o...
These magnificent trees, with their sprawling branches and deep roots, have borne witness to centuries of the city's history, culture, and resilience. In this blog post, we will delve into the sig...
M is for Muses
A is for Alligator
He left Sweden at 16 and traveled the world before finding his home in New Orleans. Anders was a bluesman.
Aside from Mardi Gras Day, the most significant day for the Mardi Gras Indians is their Super Sunday. The New Orleans Mardi Gras Indian Council always has their Indian Sunday on the third Sunday ...
The invention of electric trolleys is credited to Francis Folsom, an engineer from the state of Ohio. In 1866, Folsom created a system of electric carriages that could travel alongside overhead wi...
The Confederate submarine “Pioneer” (James McClintock)
Before the invention of nuclear submarines, submarines operated by steam power and were used mainly by a handful of countries for research purposes. However, during the American Civil War, one man...
The invention of the elevator is attributed to Elisha Graves Otis, a blacksmith from New Orleans. In 1852, he revolutionized the way we transport goods and people around buildings. At the time, hoi...
