Irish Tigers: The Irish of New Orleans

Learn about the Irish in New Orleans!

When the Civil War started, no other city in the American South had a larger Irish population than New Orleans. Learn about Lousiana’s Irish population and their involvement in the war.

This tour focuses on the Irish of New Orleans, their life before the war, and their contributions during. We visit surviving structures and locations around New Orleans. Your knowledgable guide makes history come to life as they share fascinating stories about these places and people.

This is a great tour for the whole family! There’s something for everyone to learn and enjoy.