Free People of Color Museum
In 1810, free people of color made up more of New Orleans's population than any other Southern city.

šŸ“œ Housed in a historic 1859 house, this museum tells the history of free people of color in New Orleans.
šŸ” Explores their contributions, resilience, and complex lives from colonial era through Civil War.

Why Go

šŸ“š Learn about the unique 'third space' occupied by free people of color.
šŸŽØ Discover 18th and 19th-century Black artists, doctors, and politicians.
šŸ›ļø Explore the evolution of rights and traditions under various ruling governments.
šŸ“– Understand the impact of French La Code Noir and Spanish El Codigo Negro.

Tips

šŸšŒ Accessible by bus, a short walk from Rampart at Toulouse.
šŸš— Seven-minute cab ride from the French Quarter.

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