Congo Square

Great place for a romantic promenade in New Orleans and to connect with nature as well as your ancestors. Every Sunday from 3pm-6pm for the past 300 years there has been a drum circle. I’ve been to plenty of drum circles, but the vibe of this one felt richly rooted by the tree of life and the gumbo of people and cultures that bring this place to life. If you’re interested show up early so you don’t miss the opening ceremony. Recognizing the importance of this location from a historic and cultural perspective can easily be lost on you if you don’t do your research or take a guided walking tour. I’m so grateful some locals volunteered to give me the back story as well as the best time to enjoy the park. You won’t learn much by just walking around because despite there being plenty of sculptures, seating, enchanting pathways and ponds it lacks signage. Congo Square is an open space within Louis Armstrong Park, which is located inside the historic Tremé neighborhood of New Orleans, just north of the French Quarter. It’s easily accessed on foot or by ride share. Once you’ve had your fill of the vibrancy and activities in the quarter this is a great place for a meditative stroll.