1939 Map of New Orleans East

About this map

New Orleans follows the crescent curve of the Mississippi River in this 1930s survey, illustrating the city's intricate relationship with its water-dominated landscape. The map reveals the dense urban grid of the French Quarter and surrounding wards, where the St Louis Cathedral stands near the riverfront. Extensive canal systems, including the Navigation Canal and Outfall Canal, define the drainage and transport infrastructure of the era, while the sprawling grounds of City Park and the Fairgrounds provide significant open spaces within the municipal fabric. Across the river, the communities of Algiers, Gretna, and McDonoghville are clearly delineated alongside the U S Naval Base. This survey also documents the academic and social landscape of the time, capturing the locations of Tulane University, Loyola University, and Dillard University, alongside major medical and charitable facilities like Charity Hospital and Hope Haven Institute.