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French Quarter | Jackson Square | Garden District | National WWII Museum | Audubon Aquarium of the Americas | City Park | St. Louis Cathedral | Mardi Gras World | The Cabildo | Preservation Hall |
French Quarter | Jackson Square | Garden District | National WWII Museum | Audubon Aquarium of the Americas | City Park | St. Louis Cathedral | Mardi Gras World | The Cabildo | Preservation Hall |
The Cabildo - New Orleans, Louisiana - United States
The Cabildo
The Cabildo is a historic building located in the heart of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. It is located on Jackson Square in the French Quarter and is a National Historic Landmark. The building was originally constructed in 1795 as the seat of the Spanish colonial government in the city. It was the site of the Louisiana Purchase transfer in 1803, when the United States acquired the Louisiana Territory from France. The Cabildo has been restored to its original appearance and now serves as a museum, housing artifacts from the city's history. It is open to the public and offers guided tours. The building is also used for special events, such as weddings and receptions.