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Lafayette Square (OUTDOORS)
Lafayette Square, the second oldest park in the City, was founded in 1788 and was originally called “place publique.” Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, the park is a welcoming green space for workers, residents and visitors to the City.
The Square is named after the American Revolutionary War Hero, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette.
Upcoming Shows
WWOZ will be broadcasting from the next YLC Wednesday at the Square. Tune in for Geroge Porter, Jr. and the Lee Boys live on wwoz.org or on the dial at 90.7 fm.
YLC Wednesday at the Square is a free, 12-week concert series with food and drink for sale to benefit the Young Leadership Council. It is located at Lafayette Square on St. Charles Avenue in the CBD across from Gallier Hall. Local artisans also sell their work in the Artist Village near the Camp Street entrance. Concerts are held every Wednesday from March 30 to June 15, 2011 from 5:00 to 7:30 pm, rain or shine.
