The DDD Honors the Legacy of Downtown New Orleans Investor and Partner Judah Hertz Hertz Investment Group opened Connect Hub Coworking at 400 Poydras Tower in March 2021 After more than a year of remote working, Greater New Orleanians are returning to their Downtown offices. Many will return to ... [Read More]
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Discover Downtown: Contemporary Arts Center
The Contemporary Arts Center of New Orleans is a popular attraction in Downtown NOLA with multi-disciplinary programing presented year-round, including world-class visual arts exhibitions, cutting edge performing arts shows, and unique education programs. The CAC was formed in the fall of 1976 by ... [Read More]
Discover Downtown: A Series
About Discover Downtown NOLA Downtown New Orleans is home to a collection of neighborhoods including the Historic Lafayette Square, Warehouse District, Canal Street, Central Business District, Arts District, Gravier-Common, South Market District, Picayune Place, Riverfront as well as several ... [Read More]
2021 Spring Wellness Series at Legacy Park
Join us in Legacy Park for the 2021 Spring Wellness Series from April 19 - June 4! Workouts are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:30am - 8:30am with our Partners: Footprints to Fitness and Move Ya Brass! ... [Read More]
Downtown Community Meeting April 2021
Join the DDD and City Officials as they provide an update on Downtown, Pandemic Recovery and Drainage Infrastructure Plan. The scheduled community meeting is: Thursday, April 22 from 5:30m - 6:30pm virtually on Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84088762087 Meeting ID: ... [Read More]
Discover Downtown: Prytania Theatres
The Prytania Theatres, New Orleans' oldest operating theatre, has expanded to a second location in Downtown NOLA on historic Canal Street! Check out their new, nine screen, state-of-the-art digital cinema located on the third floor of Canal Place. The theatre includes a lively piano bar: 24 Frames, ... [Read More]
Discover Downtown NOLA: NOCHI
The New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (NOCHI) is of, by, and for a diverse community of food lovers. Their mission is to provide a seat at the table for all people to bring their culinary passion to life. From enthusiast courses to intensive five-month Culinary Arts and Baking & ... [Read More]
ICYMI: Streatery in South Market in Downtown NOLA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 16, 2020 Contact: LaTonya Norton For Media Inquiries Only communications@nola.gov (504) 658-4962 City of New Orleans Launches Streatery Pilot NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans, in partnership with the Downtown Development District (DDD) and The ... [Read More]
Discover Downtown NOLA: The Sazerac House
Though Carnival Season in New Orleans will be different this year, the spirit lives on through the Sazerac House's cocktails and traditions. As part of the celebration, they're hosting a series of in-person and virtual events. The Sazerac House Carnival Events Series will include: • Virtual ... [Read More]
DDD Announces Resignation of President & CEO
Recently, the Downtown Development District announced that President & CEO Kurt Weigle has resigned effective December 31. Weigle who has served the DDD for nearly eighteen years submitted his resignation to the Chair of the Board of Commissioners on November 5. Under his leadership, Downtown ... [Read More]
