French Quarter in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Unearthing Storyville
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, August 20, 2022
1. Unearthing Storyville Marker
Some structures and artifacts belong to one of the most famous periods in New Orleans' history. In 1897, the City created Storyville for white patrons, and the Uptown District for African-American customers. Although separated from each other, each district brought together gambling houses, shooting houses, and brothels from across the City. These areas were known for their ethnic diversity. Storyville provided guests with a variety of entertainment, including jazz music by Jelly Roll Morton. The brothels were the highlight of Storyville. By 1899 approximately 2,000 prostitutes lived in Storyville. They occupied two hundred and thirty houses, cabarets, and cribs. The Blue Books featured several brothels including Lulu White's Mahogany Hall on Basin Street.
The many artifacts recovered from the brothels and gaming houses illustrate their livelihoods. Many places had musical entertainment, represented by the accordion button. The dice and gaming items signify the presence of a gaming business. The flask and tumble represent the drinking culture. The jars of 'Pompeian Massage Cream' and 'Gouraud's Oriental Cream', along with the rouge pot, embody the needs and activities of various brothels.
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Location. 29° 57.51′ N, 90° 4.293′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in the French Quarter. Marker is on Basin Street west of Conti Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Orleans LA 70112, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Storyville Structures (here, next to this marker); La Rue Bassin (here, next to this marker); From Iberville Housing Development to Bienville Basin (here, next to this marker); L'Archéologie à la Découverte du Passé (here, next to this marker); Basin Street (here, next to this marker); Déterrer Storyville (here, next to this marker); Archaeology Finds Our Past (a few steps from this marker); Les Immeubles Dans Storyville (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, August 20, 2022
2. Unearthing Storyville Marker
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, August 20, 2022
3. Unearthing Storyville Marker
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, August 20, 2022
4. Unearthing Storyville Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 5, 2022, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 277 times since then and 69 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on September 5, 2022, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
