Blog du JAMNOLA: Art, Music, and the Spirit of New Orleans

Hotel Monteleone lobby decorated with Christmas trees, chandeliers, and holiday lights in December in New Orleans.

What to Do in New Orleans in December: Events, Lights & Holiday Fun

Wondering what to do in New Orleans in December? From immersive art at JAMNOLA and sparkling Christmas lights to Reveillon dinners, concerts, and cozy neighborhood walks, here’s your guide to the b...

Colorful bottles on display in the Spirit Tree room, in the original JAMNOLA on Royal Street.

Spirit Trees: Early Roots to New Orleans Magic

Colorful bottles, deep roots, and a whole lot of magic. Learn how Spirit Trees traveled across continents and became a vibrant part of New Orleans culture.

Authentic Things to Do in New Orleans (Where Locals Actually Go)

Looking for authentic things to do in New Orleans that locals actually enjoy? From brass bands on Frenchmen to po boys at classic neighborhood spots and immersive art at JAMNOLA, this guide highlig...

Colorful Lil' Wayne Mural at Willie's Chicken Shack on Frenchmen Street

Eats Near JAMNOLA: Where to Grab a Bite Before or After Your Visit

Looking for places to eat near JAMNOLA? This guide highlights the best restaurants, po’boy shops, bars, and sweet stops within walking distance on Frenchmen Street.

JAMNOLA & LCM Launch Sunday Kids Combo This October

Sunday Funday Kid’s Combo: Every Sunday in October 2025, kids (ages 3–13) get admission to JAMNOLA + Louisiana Children’s Museum for just $22.99 (reg. $42.79). Save nearly $20 per child and make a ...

Gumbo: A Simmering History

Walk into New Orleans and the aroma of gumbo is everywhere - it's more than a stew. Gumbo is history, community, and culture simmered in one pot. From West Africa to Indigenous lands and French kit...

Cherice Harrison-Nelson at the Donald Harrison Sr Museum, 2021 (photo: Sarrah Danziger)

Pretty And So Much More

A Childhood Steeped in Color and Tradition My earliest memories are dreamlike explosions of colors and aroura borealis flashes, that are not only visual, but also visceral. Later, as a young girl,...

Street Food of New Orleans

New Orleans: A Street Food Paradise Take a stroll through New Orleans on any given day and you’re bound to easily find delicious street food in one of our corner stores, at a second line or a festi...