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Mary’s Ace Open

Mary’s Ace Hardware provides French Quarter residents a wonderful selection of hardware, tools, top of the line housewares and gifts! Stop by and peruse the two floors. You won’t eave empty handed!… Read more »
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Patio Planters

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City Planning: project approval process

The city planning process, especially applied to the controversial high-rise at 1031 Canal Street, is much in the news these days. The outcome is uncertain as I write this article, but the debate has highlighted – mostly unfavorably – the often confusing and seemingly overlapping city planning and project approval process. This article will hopefully shed some light on the process and discuss why it’s important.… Read more »
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A History of the French Quarter

Introduction The French Quarter is the only intact French Colonial and Spanish settlement remaining in the United States. It has been a continuous residential neighborhood since 1718, withstanding hurricanes, floods, fires, yellow fever epidemics, war, neglect, industrialization and commercialization. Its population has varied from 470 people to as many as 11,000. As a registered “National Historic Landmark” the French Quarter has secured an important role in our nation’s history.… Read more »
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