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Things to Do: Museums
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#3 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Attraction type: Specialty museum; History museum; Shop; Military museum; Museum
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- Aug 16, 2008 "Wonderful visit"
- Jun 13, 2008 "Disappointing (Unless You Know Nothing About It)"
- Apr 10, 2008 "informative and well thought out"
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#12 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Where else can you see giant alligators that float and King Kong several stories high? Tour the studio of the Mardi Gras float designers to see how it's done.
Attraction type: Specialty museum; Other; Tour
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- Jun 24, 2008 "Good family excursion"
- Apr 27, 2008 "A must see, as unique as New Orleans!"
- Apr 18, 2008 "awesome"
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#13 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
History museum offering information on the culture of New Orleans and Louisiana.
Attraction type: Museum; History museum; Other
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#14 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
The range of the collections include painting, sculpture, photography, self-taught art, ceramics and mixed media by Southern artists.
Attraction type: Art museum
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- May 29, 2008 "Small treasure in the Warehouse District"
- Oct 14, 2007 "Art and architecture buffs don't miss"
- Apr 21, 2007 "Small outsider art display"
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#16 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Nature reserve, consisting of several sections, preserves significant examples of the natural and cultural resources of the Mississippi Delta region.
Attraction type: Nature reserve; Tourist/visitor center; National park; Other; History museum; Tour
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- Nov 22, 2007 "French Quarter walking tour"
- Aug 15, 2007 "French Quarter visitor center and guided tour--- FREE!!"
- May 18, 2007 "worth the drive!"
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#21 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
This historic home, built in 1857 by James Gallier, Jr., now serves as a museum. Tours are available Monday-Friday.
Attraction type: History museum; Historic home; Other
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#29 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
This museum specializes in pre-Columbian art but also houses paintings from European painters like Picasso and Degas.
Attraction type: Art museum; Museum
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- Apr 15, 2008 "Disappointed."
- Mar 16, 2008 "George Rodrique Exhibit 2008"
- Oct 26, 2007 "Museum and Sculpture Garden Worthy of a Full Day!"
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#52 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
This old mint now serves as a museum featuring Mardi Gras exhibits. Closed due to damage suffered in Hurricane Katrina.
Attraction type: History museum; Science museum
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- Feb 11, 2005 "Great for jazz fans!"
- May 13, 2004 "I'd skip it"
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#54 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Attraction type: Art gallery; Other
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- Oct 14, 2005 "Crude and Pure. Amazing, Authentic, Real."
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#59 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
This museum has interactive exhibits, such as one that allows children to learn broadcasting by reading in front of a real camera.
Attraction type: Children's museum; Sports museum
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- Feb 20, 2002 "Possibly THE best thing for kids in NOLA!"
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#61 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday, 10-5.
Attraction type: Specialty museum
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- Jan 2, 2008 "Definitely visit................"
- Apr 20, 2005 "A quirky little collection of fabulous Mardi Gras costumes."
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#63 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
There's just enough voodoo lore here to introduce you to the history and culture of this spiritual practice and to tempt you to bring home a love potion or voodoo doll as a souvenir. Guided swamp, plantation and cemetery tours are available.
Attraction type: Specialty museum; Other
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- Jan 1, 2007 "Fascinating!"
- Jun 4, 2005 "Rip off"
- May 11, 2005 "Don't waste your time!"
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#64 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Built on the site of the residence of Capuchin monks in 1793, the site is part of the Louisiana State Museum complex and houses the Louisiana Portrait Gallery and historical exhibits.
Attraction type: Specialty museum; Museum
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- Jun 19, 2008 "Fun Mardi Gras Museum"
- Mar 10, 2007 "Worth the Time"
- Dec 1, 2006 "All you could ever learn about Carnival. Great displays."
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#71 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
The oldest surviving museum in Louisiana houses the second largest collection of Confederate memorabilia, most of which is in vintage condition.
Attraction type: Specialty museum; Museum; History museum; Other
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- Jun 9, 2003 "Historic find"
- Mar 13, 2003 "Museum Review"
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#78 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Located at the site of the first licensed apothecary shop, the Pharmacy Museum includes cures for anything that ails you including voodoo potions and other weird medicines.
Attraction type: Specialty museum
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- Feb 10, 2005 "This place is great!"
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#79 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Attraction type: Art gallery
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- Oct 4, 2004 "Breathtaking Art"
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#80 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
The 19th-century building that housed the old Spanish government has been rebuilt as a museum covering the history of Louisiana through the Civil War.
Attraction type: History museum; Children's museum; Historic site; Museum
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- Jun 19, 2008 "Nice Museum"
- Jul 12, 2007 "If you have time...."
- Nov 6, 2006 "History buffs must visit the Cabildo"
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#81 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
The mission of this museum focuses on the remembrance and celebration of the American Spirit, teamwork, courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served during World War II.
Attraction type: History museum; Military museum
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- Jun 25, 2008 "Just know what your in for"
- Jun 11, 2008 "Disappointing (Unless You Know Nothing About It)"
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#92 of 274 attractions in New Orleans
Attraction type: Art gallery; Specialty shop
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- Nov 19, 2007 "our favorite jewelry store in NOLA"
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