PURPOSE
Because the Algiers story is often left out of the New Orleans historical narrative, Algiers will celebrate its Tricentennial in 2019. The goal is to tell the story of Algiers - from its beginnings in 1719 to the War of 1812, to the rail and maritime industries in the early 19th century to the varied communities that comprise Algiers today. The celebration is about building pride in Algiers, educating and entertaining people through our culture and creating oral histories that will remain forever.
As we honor our past, we can inspire our future through economic, educational and cultural programs and advocating for appropriate development in communities throughout Algiers.
EVENTS
Several public events and activities are being planned. Some of the major ones are as follows:
OTHER PROGRAMS
Because the Algiers story is often left out of the New Orleans historical narrative, Algiers will celebrate its Tricentennial in 2019. The goal is to tell the story of Algiers - from its beginnings in 1719 to the War of 1812, to the rail and maritime industries in the early 19th century to the varied communities that comprise Algiers today. The celebration is about building pride in Algiers, educating and entertaining people through our culture and creating oral histories that will remain forever.
As we honor our past, we can inspire our future through economic, educational and cultural programs and advocating for appropriate development in communities throughout Algiers.
EVENTS
Several public events and activities are being planned. Some of the major ones are as follows:
- Algiers Day – The New Orleans City Council will recognize our Tricentennial with a proclamation on December 20, 2018. This will be the official launch of the Tricentennial Celebration, and everyone is welcome.
- Zulu in Algiers – 2019 King Zulu and Algiers native George Rainey will hold a “flag raising” ceremony and reign over a special day of fun being planned for February 2, 2019, near the ferry terminal in Old Algiers.
- NOMTOC Parade – Activities are being planned during the annual NOMTOC parade, the only remaining Algiers Mardi Gras parade, to celebrate and raise awareness of Algiers cultural history. March 2, 2019.
- Jazz Walk of Fame – Algiers Point Association will unveil the upgraded Jazz Walk of Fame along the riverfront in Old Algiers. Scheduled for spring 2019.
- Trans-Atlantic Slave Marker Ceremony and Installation – Old Algiers Main Street Corporation will host an event in commemoration of the thousands of enslaved Africans who disembarked on the riverfront in Old Algiers.
OTHER PROGRAMS
- New Orleans Historical App – In partnership with the University of New Orleans, the Algiers page of this mobile app will provide information on and points of interest. Suggestions and content are welcome. Launch in January 2019.
- Your Story, Our Story – Beginning in January, there will be opportunities for oral histories at the Algiers Regional Library and the Hubbell Library. Dates TBD
- Lectures and Edu-tainment – Jazz historians and performers, Mardi Gras Indians and authors will provide learning opportunities for all ages. Dates TBD.
- Art and Photography Exhibits – Throughout the year, the Algiers Courthouse, libraries and other venues will display historical artifacts and works by local artists.
- History Tours – Dates and details TBD.
- Shopping, Dining and Fun – Merchant promotions during Mardi Gras, French Quarter Fest, Small Business Saturday and the Algiers Bonfire.
- Finale – Festival and celebration of history and culture with music, food, holiday lighting event and more. December 2019.