This Parish Prison complex was constructed in 1834 and closed in about 1894. It was bounded by Orleans, St. Ann, Treme and Marais Streets, near the location of present-day Louis Armstrong Park. This is the oldest photo I've found of the prison. |
1864 Photo Old Parish Prison |
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For more images of this prison and the one which came after it: Old Orleans Parish Court and Old Parish Prison |