American Italian Renaissance Foundation

All of the parking around here is paid parking. Be aware of your surroundings as there are all sorts of people around. Ring the doorbell and they will eventually let you in. Or someone will walk out allowing you to come in. Admission is $10. They will walk you to the exhibits which is on the third floor. Well laid out and a lot of information. Worth the trip for the visit.

This small museum chronicles the achievements of Italians. Not very big and very few displays but still interesting to visit, I actually learned quite a few things that I wasn't already aware of. I'm told that they have much more items that are rotated due to space constraints.The crowning jewel is actually the Genealogy Library which is open on Thursdays and usefull for reasearching.

Again, this is a private museum that's a real treat because you'll find that the curator will often leave you alone to parouse the entire 4 floor museum by yourself!There's actually an archives located there as well where they'll help you research your italian heritage if you're a local!

The American Italian Museum & Research Library is one of New Orleans hidden treasures! It gives an excellent view of the Italian immigrants journey into the United States through the Port of New Orleans. As an added plus there is also a Genealogy Library.

Newly renovated- fascinating account of the Italian immigrant experience in Louisiana. Beautiful old New Orleans space with original details available for rent too.