The park works with local partners to share jazz at community events, festivals, and other venues.
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
National Historical Park · LA
Discover the roots of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, our park offers live performances, exhibits, and programs that celebrate the legacy of America's unique musical art form. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of jazz, a sound that continues to inspire the world. Join us in preserving and celebrating the music!
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesVisitor Center Open at 419 Decatur Street
Hours Exceptions
NoteMardi Gras; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Columbus Day; Veterans Day; Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Day; New Year's Day; Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.; Washington's Birthday
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available9 activities
Park Name
InfoNew Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoLA
Phone
Info504-589-3882
jazz_interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThese are the standard hours for the French Quarter Visitor Center for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park and the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve at 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. The secondary site for New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (Dutch Alley) at 916 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70116, is only open for special events. Please see our event calendar for details.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Arts and Culture
InfoAvailable
Activity: Cultural Demonstrations
InfoAvailable
Activity: Live Music
InfoAvailable
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Activity: Shopping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Bookstore and Park Store
InfoAvailable
Activity: Gift Shop and Souvenirs
InfoAvailable
Theme: African American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Birthplace
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Music
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Urban America
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoAll temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit. Note that relative humidity, especially in summer months, can reach 90%, so summertime temperatures can feel 10-20 degrees hotter than actual temperature. Avera
Getting There
InfoThe park's operations have moved to the Jean Lafitte NHP&P French Quarter Visitor Center located at 419 Decatur St., New Orleans. The visitor center is open 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday
GPS Coordinates
Info29.9630° N, -90.0675° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website