User:Inspiration 2.0/Esplanade Ave.

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Esplanade Avenue
Partial view of Esplanade Avenue
Maintained byCity of New Orleans Department of Public Works
Length2.5 mi (4.0 km)
West endBlue Bikes NOLA-City Park Esplanade Hub
East endCornet Chop Suey Stage

Esplanade Avenue is a historic and notable street in New Orleans, Louisiana. It starts at the foot of the Mississippi River, ending at the entrance to City Park. It was once used as a trade route during the 19th century and it is lined up with a multitude of historical places that people can visit, along with many restaurants for people to experience a variety of food.

History[edit]

During the 19th century, Esplanade Avenue was used as a very important trade route. This trade route was between Bayou St. John, which then linked to Lake Pontchartrain and the Mississippi River. In addition, Esplanade Avenue was the site of a parade ground where soldiers who lived in the barracks nearby drilled and Esplanade is known as a French word that refers to an open stretch of pavement or grass.[1]

Furthermore, Esplanade Avenue is located in District 4 of New Orleans, Louisiana and it is the line that divides Bayou St. John, Treme'/Lafitte (known as the sixth ward), and the seventh ward.[2] There are mansions from the 19 century that are still on the street, which are positioned in a line. In addition, this street once functioned as " Millionaire's row" for the Louisiana Creole section of the city.[3]

Partial View of Frontier Park

Since, this street is a long and straight line, it has one lane of traffic going in both directions. There are a bunch of streets that connect to Esplanade Avenue, and the neighborhood that Esplanade Avenue runs through is called Esplanade Ridge. Esplanade Ridge is a very well known in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana and it is a prestigious creole neighborhood that has one park called Frontier Park and two playgrounds called Stallings and Desmare. Also, it is located next to a fairground where festivals, rides, and even some horse races are held.[4] Esplanade Avenue is the backbone of this neighborhood and it contains its largest houses.

Attractions[edit]

Esplanade Avenue is lined up with a multitude of historical places for people to visit. Some of the places that people can visit are the St, Louis Cemetery NO. 3, Degas House Museum, Studio, Courtyard and Historic Inn, Le Musee de FPC, Artist Journey Allen Gallery and Painting Studio, and The New Orleans Jazz Museum.

The St. Louis Cemetery NO. 3[edit]
The St. Louis Cemetery NO. 3

It is one of the largest cemeteries in the city of New Orleans. It stretches almost half a mile back upon its entrance on Esplanade Avenue. In addition, it is a place where a multitude of musicians and artists like "Sweet" Emma Barrett (pianist, singer, and bandleader), E.J. Belloc (took photos of the women of Storyville, which is an important sight in the making of jazz), and Ralston Crawford (midcentury visual artist, who photographed musical performances in the black communities) who have been laid to rest here.[5]

The Degas House Museum, Studio, Courtyard and Historic Inn[edit]
The Degas House Museum

It is one of the original homes in the neighborhood, Esplanade Ridge where people can actually stay there. As a guest, people can visit the museum, which includes a video about the Degas family and the artwork that Edgar Degas created, enjoy a breakfast and have mimosas that are complementary. Furthermore, people can even have their wedding and events here.[6]

Le Musee de FPC[edit]

It is a historic museum in New Orleans, Louisiana that is dedicated exclusively to free people of color, which is a term used to describe African Americans who were born free or set free from slavery prior to the Civil War and this place offers guest housing for short term rentals.[7] In addition, this museum has 10 beautifully decorated parlors filled with various artwork, sculptures, and artifacts that people can use as a backdrop for any event they which to have here.[8]

Artist Journey Allen Gallery and Painting Studio[edit]

This place gives people the opportunity to paint what they want and learn some tips from Journey Allen herself who is native to the land of New Orleans.[9] Allen creates work that captures the aspects of New Orleans Culture that relates specifically to the African American communities. She uses her work to pay homage to her ancestors while also creating that sense of movement, rhythm, and celebration within each piece of her work.[10]

The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old Mint[edit]
The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old Mint

This museum celebrates jazz and is the heart of the city's music scene. It is located at the intersection of the French Quarter and the Frenchman street live music corridor. Also, in the museum, people can hear music from some of New Orleans best artist on the 3rd floor of the museum.[11] Before it was now known as the New Orleans Jazz Museum, it used to be The Old U.S. Mint, which is a historical landmark. It was built in 1839 and it produced currency for both the United States and the confederate States for 70 years.[12]

Restaurants[edit]

Esplanade Avenue has a variety of restaurants for people to eat at. Some of those restaurants are Café Degas, Lola's, Buffa's, 1000 Figs, Santa Fe, etc. Each of these restaurant

Café Degas

Café Degas[edit]

Is a French Bistro mixed with a creative touch of Creole and it has a romantic and intimate setting. They have both outdoor and indoor seating for people to experience. This café has won countless of awards and accolades.[13] In addition, It is named after Edgar Degas who is a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker who was well known in the Impressionist group.[14]

Lola's[edit]

Lola's Restaurant

Is a local restaurant in the mid-city area of New Orleans, Louisiana serving the people a taste of authentic Spanish food that is also known for not being that spicy to eat. Angel Miranda opened up this restaurant on June 19, 1994.[15] He is a former professional baseball pitcher that was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico.[16]

Buffa's[edit]

One of the bands that play at Buffa's Restaurant

Is an all night dive bar that serves burgers and breakfast as well. Some nights they even have live music for people to enjoy while they are eating or drinking. Since Covid-19 started, these musicians that play at Buffa's are streaming live for people to see as well. Some of the musicians that play here are Carmela Rappazzo, Antoine Diel, Freddie Blue, etc. [17][18]

1000 Figs[edit]

One of the many sandwiches at 1000 Figs Restaurant

Serves seasonal Mediterranean food in a nice cozy and simple setting. It comes from a food truck known as Fat Falafel that has now extended into the restaurant 1000 Figs. Fat Falafel is known as a staple street food and it is basically a sandwich that people can add these different toppings to it. The sandwich can be tucked into a pita with a slaw of vegetables, tahini, and this spicy sauce called spicy cilantro. In addition, it can be made "fat," which is adding hand cut French fries on the sandwich.[19]

See Also[edit]

List of streets of New Orleans

https://nola.gov/city-planning/historical-resources/

References[edit]

  1. ^ Gill, Donald A. (1992). Stories behind New Orleans street names. Chicago: Bonus Books. ISBN 0-929387-41-4. OCLC 26533638.
  2. ^ "Planning District 4". The Data Center. Retrieved 2021-02-25.
  3. ^ "Esplanade Avenue | New Orleans Streets to Visit". www.neworleans.com. Retrieved 2021-02-25.
  4. ^ "Neighborhood Maps of New Orleans". www.neworleans.com. Retrieved 2021-03-11.
  5. ^ "St. Louis Cemetery No. 3". New Orleans Music Map. Retrieved 2021-03-01.
  6. ^ "Edgar Degas House". Atlas Obscura. Retrieved 2021-03-01.
  7. ^ "Our Story". Le Musée de f.p.c. Retrieved 2021-03-01.
  8. ^ "Le Musée de f.p.c. | Corporate Events, Wedding Locations, Event Spaces and Party Venues". Eventup. Retrieved 2021-03-18.
  9. ^ "Home". Artist Journey Allen. Retrieved 2021-03-02.
  10. ^ "Artist Journey Allen Gallery Studio". Propeller. Retrieved 2021-03-18.
  11. ^ "The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint". Louisiana State Museum. 2017-11-03. Retrieved 2021-03-02.
  12. ^ "Esplanade Avenue | New Orleans Streets to Visit". www.neworleans.com. Retrieved 2021-04-02.
  13. ^ "About Cafe Degas – Cafe Degas". Retrieved 2021-03-31.
  14. ^ "Edgar Degas | French artist". Encyclopedia Britannica. Retrieved 2021-03-31.
  15. ^ "Lolas". www.lolasneworleans.com. Retrieved 2021-03-02.
  16. ^ "Ángel Miranda", Wikipedia, 2020-11-07, retrieved 2021-03-31
  17. ^ "Music Streams". buffasrestaurant.com. Retrieved 2021-04-02.
  18. ^ "Welcome to Buffa's". buffasrestaurant.com. Retrieved 2021-04-02.
  19. ^ Times-Picayune, Todd A. Price, NOLA com | The. "Fat Falafel: New Orleans food truck guide". NOLA.com. Retrieved 2021-04-02.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
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