Pestilence, Pandemic, and Plague Tour
For centuries, infectious outbreaks have haunted New Orleans, leaving a strange and storied history tied to disease. If you’re intrigued by the unusual past of this city, look no further than our complex relationship with these deadly epidemics.
Join a fascinating tour through the grim history of mass disease in New Orleans, where you'll explore the squalid conditions that once plagued the city and share inspiring stories of resilience in the face of filth and adversity.
Walk to uncover how epidemics like Yellow Fever, Cholera, and others have impacted the population and how the city emerged stronger. You’ll also delve into the bizarre medical practices of the past, including the influence of voodoo and religion in attempts to contain the 'uncontainable.'"
Duration: 2 hours
This tour explores how epidemics ravaged the population of New Orleans, and how the city fought back and recovered!
For centuries, infectious outbreaks have haunted New Orleans, leaving a strange and storied history tied to disease. If you’re intrigued by the unusual past of this city, look no further than our complex relationship with these deadly epidemics.
Join a fascinating tour through the grim history of mass disease in New Orleans, where you'll explore the squalid conditions that once plagued the city and share inspiring stories of resilience in the face of filth and adversity.
Walk to uncover how epidemics like Yellow Fever, Cholera, and others have impacted the population and how the city emerged stronger. You’ll also delve into the bizarre medical practices of the past, including the influence of voodoo and religion in attempts to contain the 'uncontainable.'"
Duration: 2 hours
