NEW ORLEANS CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Along the Floodwall: A Two‑Hour Walk Through New Orleans’ Mile‑Long Mural Timeline
A 2‑hour guided walk of the Tchoupitoulas Art Corridor led under the artistic direction of Jamar D. Pierre, tracing 300 years of New Orleans history through contiguous mural panels.
Along the Floodwall: A Two‑Hour Walk Through New Orleans’ Mile‑Long Mural Timeline.
Embark on a guided exploration of the Tchoupitoulas Art Corridor, where an evolving sequence of murals painted along the Tchoupitoulas flood wall maps New Orleans’ 300‑year history. Curated under the artistic direction of Jamar D. Pierre, the project is organized as a chronological timeline from the 1700s to the present and, when complete, will form the longest mural in the United States at over a mile long. The walk combines visual storytelling and cultural context, finishing with refreshments as you take in the long stretch of painted history.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A 300‑Year Timeline Painted on a Floodwall
The mural project arranges its panels as an historical timeline beginning in the 1700s and extending to the present, using the flood wall as a continuous canvas that documents New Orleans’ past and present.
Curated by Jamar D. Pierre
The walk is led under the artistic direction of renowned New Orleans artist Jamar D. Pierre; the project and tours are curated by Pierre, and he may accompany tours when time allows to provide added insight into the works.
A Civic Canvas Becoming the Nation’s Longest Mural
Planned to extend for more than a mile, the mural beautifies a transitional corridor while linking subjects to the city’s long and dynamic cultural history.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
The tour unfolds as a paced walk along the Tchoupitoulas flood wall, moving panel to panel as a guide narrates the scenes and historic touchstones depicted in paint. Storytelling and interpretation frame each cluster of works, and the experience culminates in the longest contiguous section of the mural, with refreshments served as you take in the sequence of images.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this walk is best for — and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Light refreshments are provided during the tour; bring any personal necessities you prefer while walking for approximately two hours.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The experience runs approximately 2 hours.
Where do we meet?
Meeting point is listed as 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans.
How much does the tour cost?
Rates are $50 for ages 21 and older, and $35 for those 20 and under.
Can minors attend?
Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian.
Will the artist lead the tour?
The project is curated by Jamar D. Pierre, and he may accompany tours when time allows to offer additional insight.
Are refreshments available during the walk?
Yes — refreshments are provided as part of the experience.