Central to the square is a 19th century equestrian statue of General Jackson, one of four identical statues by sculptor Clark Mills. Created in 1722 as a training area for the militia, the square was renamed in honor of General Andrew Jackson for leading the Americans to victory against the British in the Battle of New Orleans. This is where you’ll find many of the historic sights and multiple attractions and entertainment venues that make New Orleans so appealing, such as Jackson Square, formerly the Place d’ Armes. Also known as the Vieux Carré (Old Quarter), the French Quarter serves as the heart and historical center of New Orleans.
The French Quarter, site of the original settlement of New Orleans, is a compact gridded neighborhood bordered by Canal Street to the West, Rampart Street to the North, Esplanade Avenue to the East, and the Mississippi River to the South.
