Jackson Barracks, New Orleans

Name: Jackson Barracks
Address: 6400 St Claude Ave, New Orleans, United States
Telephone: +1 504-278-8242

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Jackson Barracks is the headquarters of the Louisiana National Guard. It is located in the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans, Louisiana. The base was established in 1834 and was originally known as New Orleans Barracks. On July 7, 1866, it was renamed in honor of Andrew Jackson. The National Register of Historic Places listed Jackson Barracks in 1976. ()

Coordinates: 29°57'6"N, 90°0'36"W

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6400 St Claude AveLower Ninth Ward (Holy Cross)New Orleans United States

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+1 504-278-8242

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Jackson Barracks – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chalmette monument, Claiborne Avenue Bridge, St. Claude Avenue Bridge, Industrial Canal Lock.

1.1 miSE
Museum, History museum, National park
Chalmette monument, New Orleans
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Bridge
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1.3 miNW
Bridge
St. Claude Avenue Bridge, New Orleans
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1.4 miNW
Canal, Boat or ferry
Industrial Canal Lock, New Orleans
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1.2 miNW
29°57'53"N • 90°1'24"W
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Historical place, Architecture, Battlefield
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0.5 miE
Colonial revival architecture
Friscoville Street Historic District, New Orleans
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0.5 miNE
29°57'29"N • 90°0'19"W
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1.5 miSW
Neighbourhood
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1.3 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
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