Quarter View

The Big Easy waking up.

Business is up and booming. I often get asked if it has recovered from Hurricane Katrina and from what it looks like downtown, I'd say it is very close to looking 'normal' (the way it did before 2005).

Jackson Square and the St. Louis Cathedral. The Cabildo (old city hall) is to the left of the cathedral, The Presbytere to the right.

The Natchez steamboat. This one was built in 1975. I wonder if this boat looks similar to the one that Mark Twain piloted in the 1850's.

 Trolley Car-- these always remind me of Mr. Roger's Neighborhood. :-)

 Classic Quarter scene.

 Quaint Quarter homes.

Muriel's Restaurant. This originally started out as a humble cottage in 1718 and was subsequently torn down and reconstructed sometime between 1743 and 1762 to become an opulant private residence and what you see today. It became a restaurant in 2001 and according to the owners and local patrons, it is reportedly haunted.

Many pathways lead to small gardens or private courtyards. This one is a public corner off of the French Market.

The good old muddy Mississippi.

 Another quiet nook.

I often wonder how old all of the buildings are since some were destroyed by fire in 1788 and again in 1794. Many of the buildings just smell pretty old-- history really does have a scent!

Jackson Square facing the Mississippi River. Back in the 1800's, you could see the river from the Square, but it became imperative to build a levee thus blocking the view of the river. However, by standing on the 'Moon Walk' {the river walk named after former Mayor Moon Landrieu} you can get a clear view of Jackson Square and the Mississippi.

 The city at dusk.