Explore the secrets of New Orleans on a guided cemetery tour with local author and historian Sally Asher. Uncover fascinating stories of notable citizens buried in St. Louis Cemetery and learn about the city’s burial practices and tomb types. Book now!
Explore the secrets of New Orleans on a guided cemetery tour with local author and historian Sally Asher. Uncover fascinating stories of notable citizens buried in St. Louis Cemetery and learn about the city’s burial practices and tomb types. Book now!
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St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Local author and historian Sally Asher will take you on a journey of a famous New Orleans cemetery.
It’s been written that St. Louis Cemetery #3 has so many angels that one can “almost hear the beat of their wings.” You’ll visit the graves and learn about some of the city’s notable (and notorious) citizens including the…
- St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Local author and historian Sally Asher will take you on a journey of a famous New Orleans cemetery.
It’s been written that St. Louis Cemetery #3 has so many angels that one can “almost hear the beat of their wings.” You’ll visit the graves and learn about some of the city’s notable (and notorious) citizens including the first businesswoman to have a public statute erected in her honor, the hunchbacked photographer who secretly photographed prostitutes, the woman behind the quirky castle, the famed architect whose ship went down in a hurricane with over a hundred prostitutes and circus performers, and some legendary chefs who collectively advanced the Civil Rights movement, restored horse racing in New Orleans, and (for better or worse) introduced the turducken to the U.S..
This tour takes approximately an hour and a half and covers roughly a half mile.
The tour meets in front of the cemetery on 3421 Esplanade Ave at the gate farthest to the right underneath the trees.
- Insider tips for local food, music, and culture.
- Expert guide
- Insider tips for local food, music, and culture.
- Expert guide
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
Join award-winning local author and historian Sally Asher for an enlightening tour of a renowned New Orleans cemetery, featured in her book “Stories from the St. Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans.” This walking tour offers insights into burial customs, various tomb styles, and visits to the graves of some of the city’s most notable and infamous figures….
Join award-winning local author and historian Sally Asher for an enlightening tour of a renowned New Orleans cemetery, featured in her book “Stories from the St. Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans.” This walking tour offers insights into burial customs, various tomb styles, and visits to the graves of some of the city’s most notable and infamous figures. Discover the tales of a hunchbacked photographer who clandestinely captured images of prostitutes, the woman behind an eccentric castle, a celebrated architect whose ship tragically sank with over 100 prostitutes and circus performers, and legendary chefs who collectively propelled the Civil Rights movement, revived horse racing in the city, and (for better or worse) introduced the turducken to the U.S. The tour lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes and covers less than a mile. Sally is dedicated to uncovering New Orleans’ unique, outrageous, and untold stories, believing that history is not just about listing dates and facts, but the gentle blend of truth and narrative – scandals included!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
