Jackson Square
The historic Jackson Square, originally known in the 18th Century as 'Place d'Armes' and later renamed in honor of the Battle of New Orleans hero, Andrew Jackson, is a featured attraction in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans.

This famous landmark facing the Mississippi River is surrounded by historic buildings including the St. Louis Cathedral, the Presbytere and Cabildo (Louisiana State Museums), the Lower and Upper Pontalba Apartments (the oldest apartment buildings in the U.S.) with retail shops, museums, galleries and restaurants on the ground level and still used even today as prestigious apartments on the second floor.

For well over a half century, there has been an open-air artist colony at Jackson Square, with artists painting and displaying their work on the outside of the iron fence.

Jackson Square is a favorite site for visitors from all over the world and for locals as well. The artists, restaurants, museums, merchants and the square itself are one of the French Quarter's most popular destinations.
News from the Square An amazing year for the French Quarter Festival! This year's French Quarter Festival was incredible, with some of the most talented musical acts performing in Jackson Square...read more
portrait artists Artists Commemorate your New Orleans experience by having a local artist paint your portrait, or walk around the square and explore the open gallery spaces of dozens of New Orleans artists. View Artist Listings
painters Merchants Peruse the many shops, restaurants, and attractions located within the direct vicinity of Jackson Square. View Merchant Listings
360 View 360 view See a panoramic 360-degree view of Jackson Square. It's the next best thing to actually being there! 360 View of Jackson Square
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