Then and Now: Exploring the Changing Landscape of New Orleans

New Orleans is a city that is steeped in history, tradition, and culture. It’s a place that has seen a lot of changes over the years, but one thing that remains constant is the charm and beauty of the city. One way to explore the evolution of New Orleans is through photos of then and now.

Looking at old photographs of New Orleans can transport you to a different time and place. The architecture, the clothing, and the way of life depicted in these images give us a glimpse into the past. Many of the buildings and landmarks that we take for granted today were once new and shiny. Seeing these structures in their early days can be fascinating and can give us a better appreciation for their enduring value.

But it’s not just the landmarks that have changed over time. These photos also show how the city’s people have evolved. The clothing, hairstyles, and expressions captured in these images give us a sense of what life was like for the people of New Orleans at different points in history.

#1 Bourbon and Dumaine, 1937 VS Bourbon and Dumaine, 2015

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#2 Bourbon and Ursulines VS Bourbon and Ursulines, 2015

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#3 Decatur and Madison, 1906 VS Decatur and Madisonand, 2015

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#4 Royal and Dumaine, 1937 VS Royal and Dumaine, 2015

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#5 716 Dauphine, 1937 VS 716 Dauphine, 2015

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#6 Bourbon and St. Peter, 1937 VS Bourbon and St. Peter, 2013

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#7 The Old Absinthe House, 1903 VS The Old Absinthe House, 2015

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#8 Bourbon and Iberville, 1941 VS Bourbon and Iberville, 2015

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#9 Chartres and St. Louis, 1936 VS Chartres and St. Louis, 2015

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#10 French Market, 1910 VS French Market, 1905

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#11 Canal and Carondolet, 1937 VS Canal and Carondolet, 2013

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#12 Chartres and St. Louis, 1906 VS Chartres and St. Louis, 2015

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#13 Canal and Front, 1937 VS Canal where Front Street used to be, 2015

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#14 Royal and St. Louis, 1937 VS Royal and St. Louis, 2015

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#15 Canal and St. Charles, 1937 VS Canal and St. Charles, 2015

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