American Italian Museum, New Orleans

#125 among attractions in New Orleans

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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Facts and practical information

The American Italian Cultural Center is a nonprofit institution in New Orleans, Louisiana, whose mission is to honor and celebrate Italian American history and culture in Louisiana. Founded in 1985 by Joseph Maselli and adjacent to New Orleans's renowned Piazza d'Italia, the AICC offers Italian language courses, concerts, events, trips to Italy, and dual-citizenship applications, as well as promotes other Italian American organizations and their events. The AICC also houses an Honorary Consul of Italy. It operates under the parent organization of the American Italian Renaissance Foundation. ()

Coordinates: 29°56'51"N, 90°3'58"W

Address

537 S Peters StFrench Quarter - CBD (Central Business District)New Orleans 70130-1628 United States

Contact

+1 504-522-7294

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American Italian Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The National WWII Museum, Carousel Bar, Aquarium of the Americas, One Canal Place.

0.4 miSW
Museum
The National WWII Museum, New Orleans
11 min walk • The National WWII Museum, a poignant tribute to the sacrifices and triumphs of the Greatest Generation, stands as a centerpiece of historical education and remembrance in New Orleans, Louisiana. Established in 2000, the museum was designated by Congress as America's...
0.5 miN
Nightlife
Carousel Bar, New Orleans
13 min walk • The Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge is the only revolving bar in New Orleans, Louisiana. The bar is inside the Hotel Monteleone and overlooks Royal Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Installed in 1949, the 25-seat circular bar turns on 2,000 large steel rollers, powered by a 1⁄4 hp motor.
~1510 ftNE
Zoo, Aquarium, Park
Aquarium of the Americas, New Orleans
8 min walk • Dive into an underwater world at the Aquarium of the Americas, a maritime haven nestled in the heart of New Orleans, Louisiana. This aquatic sanctuary showcases a vast array of sea life, offering visitors an immersive experience into the depths of the ocean.
~1390 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Office
One Canal Place, New Orleans
7 min walk • One Canal Place, located at 365 Canal Street in the Central Business District of New Orleans, Louisiana, is a 32-story, 440 feet-tall skyscraper.
0.4 miNE
Park, Jogging paths and tracks, Outdoor activities
Woldenberg Riverfront Park, New Orleans
12 min walk • Woldenberg Park is a park in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was created in the late 1980s on land that had been occupied by old wharves and warehouses along the Mississippi Riverfront, in the upper French Quarter, first opening as a park in October 1989. It is named after philanthropist Malcolm Woldenberg who helped fund its construction.
0.5 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Jackson Brewing Company, New Orleans
13 min walk • Jackson Brewing Company, or Jackson Brewery, was a regional brewery operating in New Orleans, from 1890 to 1974. One of two breweries selling Jax beer, along with Jacksonville's Jax Brewing Company, it was popularly known as the Jax Brewery. At its height, it was the largest brewery in the Southern United States.
~730 ftNE
Nightlife, Casino, Gambling
Harrah's New Orleans, New Orleans
4 min walk • Harrah's New Orleans is a casino in New Orleans, Louisiana, near the foot of Canal Street a block away from the Mississippi River. It is a 115,000 sq ft casino with approximately 2,100 slot machines, over 90 table games and a poker room. The casino is owned by Vici Properties and operated by Caesars Entertainment.
~1350 ftE
29°56'56"N • 90°3'44"W
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen, New Orleans
7 min walk • River cruise, Boat tours, Outdoor activities
~1640 ftN
Zoo, Specialty museum, Museum
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, New Orleans
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~1350 ftW
Park, Music venue
Lafayette Square, New Orleans
7 min walk • Lafayette Square is the second-oldest public park in New Orleans, Louisiana, located in the present-day Central Business District. During the late 18th century, this was part of a residential area called Faubourg Sainte Marie.
0.4 miSW
Books, crafts, apparel and other items
Ogden Museum of Southern Art, New Orleans
11 min walk • The Ogden Museum of Southern Art is located in the Warehouse Arts District of downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. Established in 1999, and in Stephen Goldring Hall at 925 Camp Street since 2003.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is American Italian Museum open?

American Italian Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to American Italian Museum?

Nearby attractions include Piazza d'Italia, New Orleans (1 min walk), Harrah's New Orleans, New Orleans (4 min walk), 2 Canal Street, New Orleans (5 min walk), Arthur Roger Gallery, New Orleans (6 min walk).

How to get to American Italian Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Italian Museum:

Tram

Harrah's Casino • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)
Canal at North Peters • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)

Train

New Orleans (19 min walk)

Bus

New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (20 min walk)
FlixBus New Orleans • Lines: 2210, 2211, 2221 (34 min walk)