Crafts at the Jazz Fest

Here are a few places during the fest that will allow you to experience crafts from a variety of different cultures:

Congo Square
In Congo Square you will experience music and art from Africa of the African Diaspora. There will be a variety of performances by African-Americans, Latinos, Africans, and African Caribbeans. Bring some spending money because there will be original paintings, jewelry, instruments, and much more.

The contemporary crafts is a showcase of jewelry, hand blown glass, leather goods, and much more. Now if you decide to visit the Louisiana market place, you will be able to have your portrait drawn, and meet people from around Louisiana and see the things that make our city what it is.

If you would like a history lesson on Louisiana, visit the Louisiana Folklife Villiage. In this tent you will be able to learn the true culture of Louisiana. You will be able to view hand made instruments, and see artists' at work. Lastly, you do not want to miss out on the Native American Village. You will be able to relax and listen to music and watch demonstrations by tribal elders.

You don't want to miss this!! Let me know if you have ever been to one of the festivals and if so how did you enjoy it??

-Monique

Its Jazz Fest time!!!

The Jazz Fest is a festival that celebrates New Orleans's music, its cuisine, and its crafts. The fest begin in the 1960's, and was held by many organizers. The first two festivals were held at Louis Armstrong park and Congo Square. However, in the 1970's it was founded by George Wein and has been held yearly ever since at the New Orleans Fairgrounds. This year it will be on April 27-29, 2007, and May 4-6, 2007.

If you want to know this years lineup, you can visit:
http://www.nojazzfest.com.

Tickets can be purchased there or at:
http://www.ticketsnow.com, or http://www.ticketmaster.com

For accomodations you can visit these sites:
http://www.neworleans.bookit.com
http://mytravelguide.com
http://www.hiltongardenin.com

Here is another site that offers discounts on attractions and tours, resturants, accomodations, and for shopping at the riverwalk:
http://www.neworleanscoupons.com