Art is everywhere in the historic neighborhoods of New Orleans; you can enjoy the art and beauty just by walking in the beautiful streets of the French quarter. The design and décor of the buildings are like an open gallery, some of its hidden corners and alleys also gave inspiration to famous artists. In addition Read more…
Tips For The Female Traveler in New Orleans
Weather New Orleans enjoys a tropical climate, with the summer as its longest season. Starting in late April till the beginning of October, temperature varies between 80°F to 90°F during the day with humidity of 80-90%; rainy days are especially common in the summertime. Be prepared to plan your travel based on the heat. Read more…
New Orleans – About The City
New Orleans in a Nutshell NOLA is the biggest city in Louisiana State, nicknamed the Big Easy or Crescent City due to its shape caused by the location on the Mississippi River curve. An important port city and trade route, a colorful place with a remarkable atmosphere of a multi-cultural hub, a celebration of Read more…
10 Must See & DO in New Orleans Area
New Orleans is one of the top tourist destinations in the States, and the best way to get to know New Orleans is by wandering its streets, looking for hidden corners, exploring the unique buildings, and listening to the music sounds playing on the streets. Most of the must-see places are around The French Quarter Read more…
New Orleans Annual Events
Every month, New Orleans is celebrating in a unique and fun festival, from Music to art, music, food and more music. Use this annual events calendar to plan your gateway to the city that always celebrates something. Check out our NOLA Calendar for the exact dates of the annual events, to spice up your visit Read more…
Commemoration of Women’s Contribution in the Public Sphere of New Orleans
The history of New Orleans is widely presented in the public space where many historic events and influential people that contributed to the shape of the city over the years are marked by street names, building names, memorials, etc. The female legacy of the city is also among those commemorating actions, although at a much Read more…
New Orleans as Inspiration
The exceptional vibe of this southern city enables a perfect ground for creativity, which is well proven by a long line of extraordinary women who acted and created in New Orleans since its beginning. The list below is a small sample of some of those inspiring personas in various fields. Activism and Feminism: The suffragist Read more…
Women in Politics in Louisiana State
As the suffrage movement, which started 50 years later in Louisiana also the female political representation in the state and nation started late, only towards the second half of the 20th century. The firsts women elected to the Louisiana House (there are 105 representatives) were Beatrice Hawthorne Moore and Doris Lindsey Holland only in 1940, Read more…
Important Events and Dates Related to Women in New Orleans
– In 1786 the Tignon Laws passed, forcing women of color in Louisiana to wear head wraps (Tignon). – Suffragist Movement – founded the Portia Club in 1892 by Caroline Merrick and Era (Equal Rights for All) Club by Kate Gordon. They worked with the National Suffrage Movement for the LA women’s right to vote. Read more…
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Important Events and Dates Related to Women in New Orleans
– In 1786 the Tignon Laws passed, forcing women of color in Louisiana to wear head wraps (Tignon). – Suffragist Movement – founded the Portia Club in 1892 by Caroline Merrick and Era (Equal Rights for All) Club by Kate Gordon. They worked with the National Suffrage Movement for the LA women’s right to vote. Read more…
