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New Orleans built key piece of NASA's Artemis II rocket

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New Orleans plays a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="starring role" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/05/artemis-space-launch-system-michoud-built" data-vars-content-id="81a45adb-8ea4-4e89-a6bf-d77ef7a4f5aa" data-vars-headline="New Orleans built key piece of NASA&#x27;s Artemis II rocket" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2026/03/05/artemis-space-launch-system-michoud-built" target="_self">starring role</a> in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NASA&#x27;s Artemis II mission" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/04/01/artemis-nasa-space-moon-huntsville" data-vars-content-id="81a45adb-8ea4-4e89-a6bf-d77ef7a4f5aa" data-vars-headline="New Orleans built key piece of NASA&#x27;s Artemis II rocket" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/huntsville/2026/04/01/artemis-nasa-space-moon-huntsville" target="_self">NASA&#x27;s Artemis II mission</a> — a high-stakes crewed test flight marking America&#x27;s return to the Moon.Why it matters: Florida may get the glory for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="hosting the launch" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/30/mosi-to-host-artemis-ii-watch-party" data-vars-content-id="81a45adb-8ea4-4e89-a6bf-d77ef7a4f5aa" data-vars-headline="New Orleans built key piece of NASA&#x27;s Artemis II rocket" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/30/mosi-to-host-artemis-ii-watch-party" target="_self">hosting the launch</a> on Wednesday, but New Orleans built a significant part of the rocket that will take the crew to space.

New Orleans Easter baskets have one thing in common

Elmer's makes the popular seasonal chocolate treats.

Food and Drink

<figure><img alt="Image shows an Easter basket with candy in it." height="450" id="71d3ed3a-d338-4070-90e3-e62570e0ace1" src="https://images.axios.com/-LJBu9nglH963CACqTpeFTZqgVM=/filters:no_upscale()/2025/04/16/1744828446326.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Elmer&#x27;s is known for its candy eggs for Easter. Image: Carlie Kollath Wells/Axios</figcaption></figure><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Easter in New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/04/17/elmer-chocolate-easter-candy-company-louisiana" data-vars-content-id="96243d0d-f9e0-4845-8e86-e884c26e1a52" data-vars-headline="New Orleans Easter baskets have one thing in common" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/04/17/elmer-chocolate-easter-candy-company-louisiana" target="_self">Easter in New Orleans</a> isn&#x27;t complete without an Elmer chocolate egg in your basket.Why it matters: The longtime Louisiana company still anchors Easter traditions across the Gulf Coast, even after last year&#x27;s sale.

President Trump credits feds for "safest Mardi Gras" in decades

The National Guard has been deployed in New Orleans since December.

News

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="President Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" data-vars-content-id="1a5b1310-b8d1-4d59-bbfa-d9cef38312d3" data-vars-headline="President Trump credits feds for &quot;safest Mardi Gras&quot; in decades" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_self">President Trump</a> says he spoke recently with Gov. Jeff Landry about crime rates in New Orleans during Mardi Gras.

The New Orleans gumbo you can only get once a year

<figure><img alt="Image shows a table with green gumbo and fried chicken." height="450" id="2801b6d9-4ea6-4327-a9fe-a6908ff7e769" src="https://images.axios.com/xmj4yZ9hkfo10G6VnhssbS9tIKY=/2026/04/02/1775164677147.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Gumbo z&#x27;herbes at Dooky Chase&#x27;s Restaurant in New Orleans. Image: Carlie Kollath Wells/Axios</figcaption></figure>Dooky Chase&#x27;s is a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="31818d55-0652-4552-bb8b-3c16d2f2932a" data-vars-headline="The New Orleans gumbo you can only get once a year" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> institution, especially on Holy Thursday.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the only day of the year to get chef Leah Chase&#x27;s gumbo z&#x27;herbes, a dish steeped in faith and New Orleans tradition.

25+ best indoor things to do in New Orleans metro

From date ideas to activities with young children, we've got it all.

Things to Do

Whether it&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="too hot" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/07/23/louisiana-heat-wave-tropical-system-extreme-heat-warning" data-vars-content-id="b23a3ee1-b958-474e-8d68-8b1f305d587f" data-vars-headline="25+ best indoor things to do in New Orleans metro" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/07/23/louisiana-heat-wave-tropical-system-extreme-heat-warning" target="_self">too hot</a>, cold or rainy in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="b23a3ee1-b958-474e-8d68-8b1f305d587f" data-vars-headline="25+ best indoor things to do in New Orleans metro" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a>, this is the activity guide for you.The big picture: Here are 25+ indoor <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="things to do" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" data-vars-content-id="b23a3ee1-b958-474e-8d68-8b1f305d587f" data-vars-headline="25+ best indoor things to do in New Orleans metro" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/things-to-do" target="_self">things to do</a> in New Orleans metro to escape the elements, listed in no particular order.<ul><li>You&#x27;ll find date ideas, activities to do with young children and ways to occupy yourself solo.</li></ul>

St. Patrick's Day in New Orleans: Parades, parties and pubs

Plus, where to find corned beef specials.

It&#x27;s time to break out your shamrocks and green tutus because it&#x27;s St. Patrick&#x27;s weekend in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="2a3702d7-bff5-4284-b11b-4f6df945415c" data-vars-headline="St. Patrick&#x27;s Day in New Orleans: Parades, parties and pubs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a>. The big picture: Parade schedules have changed because of Saturday&#x27;s severe weather threat.

6 corned beef specials in New Orleans for St. Patrick's Day

Plus, where to find a proper pint of Guinness.

Anyone else craving corned beef, cabbage and a pint of Guinness for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="St. Patrick&#x27;s Day" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/03/14/st-patricks-day-parades-pubs-corned-beef" data-vars-content-id="954a33e7-a1be-4dcd-986a-7347bb4bf6a5" data-vars-headline="6 corned beef specials in New Orleans for St. Patrick&#x27;s Day" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/03/14/st-patricks-day-parades-pubs-corned-beef" target="_self">St. Patrick&#x27;s Day</a>? <ul><li>Here are a few places to find what you are looking for in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="954a33e7-a1be-4dcd-986a-7347bb4bf6a5" data-vars-headline="6 corned beef specials in New Orleans for St. Patrick&#x27;s Day" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> this weekend.</li></ul>

13 New Orleans-themed gift ideas

From coffee to custom ornaments, we've got you covered.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Christmas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/holidays" data-vars-content-id="dfd08f2d-1d0f-4d96-9d64-4f1ff923abd3" data-vars-headline="13 New Orleans-themed gift ideas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/holidays" target="_self">Christmas</a> and Hanukkah are next week, and we&#x27;ve got ideas to help knock out your gift list with small businesses in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="dfd08f2d-1d0f-4d96-9d64-4f1ff923abd3" data-vars-headline="13 New Orleans-themed gift ideas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a>.Why it matters: Small businesses are expected to have a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="tough season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.uschamber.com/small-business/everything-you-need-to-know-about-small-business-saturday" data-vars-content-id="dfd08f2d-1d0f-4d96-9d64-4f1ff923abd3" data-vars-headline="13 New Orleans-themed gift ideas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.uschamber.com/small-business/everything-you-need-to-know-about-small-business-saturday" target="_blank">tough season</a> amid rising costs and reduced consumer spending, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce forecasts.

The 5 most Instagrammable holiday hotel lobbies in New Orleans

The hotel bars are making festive cocktails for lobby-hoppers.

The Roosevelt has its ceremonial lobby lighting ceremony on Tuesday, kicking off a month-long photo op for people taking festive selfies.Why it matters: Hotel lobbies are some of the best places to be in New Orleans for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="holidays" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/holidays" data-vars-content-id="d6ff82d7-4c27-43a1-80ac-a6842cb46f16" data-vars-headline="The 5 most Instagrammable holiday hotel lobbies in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/holidays" target="_self">holidays</a>. Bonus: They are free to visit.

Where to take your visitors in New Orleans

From the first-time visitors to the ones with kids, we have answers.

So, you have people coming to visit <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="c2db2499-0cfc-4e8c-bbf1-4349b59e69ab" data-vars-headline="Where to take your visitors in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> for the weekend? We&#x27;re here to help.The big picture: Here&#x27;s where we take newbies, folks looking for the hot new restaurants, and visitors with children.<ul><li>Mix and match to be the perfect host.</li></ul>

12 costume and wig stores in New Orleans

There's always a reason to dress up in New Orleans.

Business

<figure><img alt="Image shows Carlie transforming into a skeleton." height="450" id="9b98740f-bcc6-4d3f-a421-448b5fd9ce39" src="https://images.axios.com/QT9JHhHNv_FFUUopcAlSHriJ1_M=/filters:no_upscale()/2024/10/23/1729721842486.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>She Comes in Peace is a salon on St. Claude Avenue that offers makeover services. Jessica transformed Carlie into a skeleton for Krewe of Boo. Photo: Carlie Kollath Wells/Axios</figcaption></figure>We love to costume in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="a34a3ef8-266f-43ec-9f9d-b93a08e188ee" data-vars-headline="12 costume and wig stores in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a>, and several stores are our go-tos for wigs, accessories and statement pieces.Why it matters: Whether it&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Halloween" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/04/how-to-celebrate-halloween-parties-new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="a34a3ef8-266f-43ec-9f9d-b93a08e188ee" data-vars-headline="12 costume and wig stores in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/04/how-to-celebrate-halloween-parties-new-orleans" target="_self">Halloween</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mardi Gras" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/mardi-gras" data-vars-content-id="a34a3ef8-266f-43ec-9f9d-b93a08e188ee" data-vars-headline="12 costume and wig stores in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/mardi-gras" target="_self">Mardi Gras</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Taylor Swift&#x27;s shows" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/22/taylor-swift-eras-tour-superdome-parking-tickets-road-closures" data-vars-content-id="a34a3ef8-266f-43ec-9f9d-b93a08e188ee" data-vars-headline="12 costume and wig stores in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/22/taylor-swift-eras-tour-superdome-parking-tickets-road-closures" target="_self">Taylor Swift&#x27;s shows</a> or someone&#x27;s birthday, there&#x27;s always a reason to dress up.

Guide to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour stop in New Orleans

The 3-night event will take over the Superdome and the Smoothie King Center.

Music

The Smoothie King Center is converting into Taylor Swift&#x27;s merch tent this weekend — that&#x27;s how big her three-night <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Eras Tour extravaganza" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/08/03/taylor-swift-eras-tour-dates-new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="e015c6bf-32b2-4cda-9df4-d7331e4fa51a" data-vars-headline="Guide to Taylor Swift&#x27;s Eras Tour stop in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/08/03/taylor-swift-eras-tour-dates-new-orleans" target="_self">Eras Tour extravaganza</a> will be at the Caesars Superdome.Why it matter: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="e015c6bf-32b2-4cda-9df4-d7331e4fa51a" data-vars-headline="Guide to Taylor Swift&#x27;s Eras Tour stop in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> is using this as a test run for hosting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Super Bowl LIX" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/15/super-bowl-lix-events-schedule-free-parade" data-vars-content-id="e015c6bf-32b2-4cda-9df4-d7331e4fa51a" data-vars-headline="Guide to Taylor Swift&#x27;s Eras Tour stop in New Orleans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/10/15/super-bowl-lix-events-schedule-free-parade" target="_self">Super Bowl LIX</a> in February.

13 of New Orleans' best poboys

Parkway, Domilise's, Banh Mi Boys and more.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Poboys" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/05/20/we-tried-trombone-shortys-verti-marte-poboy-order" data-vars-content-id="aba795df-f1db-495f-809a-7ee01233a1b9" data-vars-headline="13 of New Orleans&#x27; best poboys" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2024/05/20/we-tried-trombone-shortys-verti-marte-poboy-order" target="_self">Poboys</a> are a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="aba795df-f1db-495f-809a-7ee01233a1b9" data-vars-headline="13 of New Orleans&#x27; best poboys" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> staple from hot sausage to roast beef to fried shrimp.The big picture: Everyone has a favorite poboy. Here are 13 delicious ones we ate recently.

5 splash pads to check out in New Orleans metro

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Orleans" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" data-vars-content-id="07673400-582b-41e4-8b67-c28c7f26af1a" data-vars-headline="5 splash pads to check out in New Orleans metro" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans" target="_self">New Orleans</a> metro has several family-friendly splash pads for cooling off this summer. Why it matters: Kids still need to burn energy, even when it feels like 100°F outside.

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St. Patrick's Day in New Orleans: Parades, parties and pubs

6 corned beef specials in New Orleans for St. Patrick's Day

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The 5 most Instagrammable holiday hotel lobbies in New Orleans