Description
Shrouded in mystery and secrecy—and often misrepresented by popular culture and Hollywood depictions—voodoo has long reigned in New Orleans legends, folklore, and history.
Spirituality was hidden among the enslaved persons of the 1700s, popularized and commercialized by the famous Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau in the nineteenth century, and still functions as an alternative religion in the modern-day city. But how do you separate the facts from so much fiction, rumors, and superstitions?
- Congo Square: Explore the vibrant heart of New Orleans, where enslaved Africans once gathered to practice their cultural rituals and music, laying the foundation for the city’s rich Voodoo traditions.
- Slavery and the Code Noir in colonial New Orleans: Uncover the dark history of slavery under the Code Noir and its profound impact on the city’s culture and spirituality.
- The Haitian Rebellions: Learn about the Haitian Rebellions and how they influenced the spread of Voodoo practices throughout New Orleans.
- Marie Laveau, the “Voodoo Queen of New Orleans”: Discover the life and legends of Marie Laveau, the most famous Voodoo practitioner in history. Due to new security regulations by the Archdiocese of New Orleans pilgrimages, this tour does not visit St. Louis #1 Cemetery. Offerings to Marie Laveau’s tomb are discouraged.
- Voodoo Dolls, Vevers, and Gris-Gris Bags: Get hands-on with Voodoo artifacts, including dolls, vexers, and gris-gris bags, and learn their meanings and uses.
- Saint John’s Eve and other Voodoo holidays: Celebrate the unique Voodoo holidays and traditions that shape New Orleans culture.
- Depictions of Voodoo in popular culture
- The New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum: Step into the New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum and explore its fascinating exhibits.
- Voodoo Authentica and other modern temples: Visit contemporary Voodoo temples, including Voodoo Authentica, to witness modern practices and rituals.
