Congratulations on your upcoming trip!  I used to live near New Orleans, andspent many happy weekends in that lovely city's museums.  There are many, many museums in the city, but I included some of my personaly favorites here.  If you are interested in children's museums, African American history museums, and military history, the city offers all of these.

I highly recommend the following museums in New Orleans:

For fine arts:  the New Orleans Museum of Art

For general history and architecture:  The Louisiana State Museum (including the Cabildo, Presbytere, Old Mint); Hermann-Grima/Gallier Historic Houses; the Historic New Orleans Collection; the Ursuline Convent (the Sisters offer tours).

Other great places:  Try walking along Royal Street with its many antique shops and galleries (esp. A Gallery for Fine Photography).  Also, try driving along St. Charles to look at the wonderul houses along the avenue.  The cemeteries are also fascinating, but BE CAREFUL while visiting them.  I recommend going with a group since crime is unfortunately a BIG problem in these cemeteries.

All of these museums are in the main section of New Orleans.  If you venture outside of the main downtown, visit Longue Vue House.

Have a wonderful time!

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