Preservation Hall

What to know

Preservation Hall is a historic jazz venue located on St Peter Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana. It serves as a sanctuary for traditional jazz, where the music is the primary focus. The venue is closely associated with its own house band, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, which tours worldwide to nurture and perpetuate the art of New Orleans jazz. Beyond the music, the Hall is supported by a nonprofit foundation. The Preservation Hall Foundation's mission is to protect, preserve, and perpetuate New Orleans music and culture. This commitment to cultural heritage ensures that the music remains authentic to its roots. The venue is a major tourist attraction, receiving roughly 180,000 visitors per year. It is located at 726 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116. The experience is intimate and focused on the raw power of traditional jazz. Interestingly, the building adjacent to the Hall at 730 Saint Peter Street was once New Orleans' first theater, though it has sat empty for over half a century. This adds to the historic depth of the Congo Square same-time neighborhood surrounding the venue.

Visitor tips

• Allow extra time to wait in line for a show since it is a popular destination with 180,000 annual visitors.
• Check the Preservation Hall Jazz Band's tour schedule if you are looking for their specific performances.
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking the French Quarter's St Peter Street.

Nearby context

Located in the French Quarter, Preservation Hall is surrounded by historic architecture and the cultural legacy of New Orleans music, situated on St Peter Street near the building that was once the city's first theater.