Congo Square

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A traditional gathering place for slaves on Sundays until the 1850's. The sound and rhythm heard here is considered to be the origin of Jazz and Gospel music. It was also where Gumbo was introduced to the Creoles of the French Quarter. Congo Square was added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 1993A traditional gathering place for slaves on Sundays until the 1850's. The sound and rhythm heard here is considered to be the origin of Jazz and Gospel music. It was also where Gumbo was introduced to the Creoles of the French Quarter. Congo Square was added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 1993

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Phone: (504) 527-0703

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Voodoo at Congo Square

New Orleans Congo Square

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https://nola.gov/do-not-toss/registry

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Historical Places, Historical Monuments, Places Of Interest, Tourist Information & Attractions

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Phone: (504) 658-3200

Address: 701 N Rampart St Entrance At The Corner Of N. Rampart And Saint Peter Streets, New Orleans, LA 70116

Website: https://nola.gov/do-not-toss/registry