It was closed and by appt only. But still amazing

Amazing place to visit if you like history and humanity. Its free and the people working here are natives to New Orleans and the lower 9th ward. Its crazy how the leaders and government knows exactly what this place looks like and supports no quality of life living here. I pray for the people here and for God to put me into a position to rebuild or help be apart of it.

Ms Leona Tate is there for questions, care, information, growth, education, and so much more. It was important to me to come here, though the exhibits at times were heart breaking. The photos displays were beautifully accompanied with captions and music telling a complete history of what happened. I particularly appreciated the recorded interviews of residents, putting everything in the photos into context. The resilience, not only devastation, of this community is what was honored. It was a blessing to witness. And my compliments to Ms. Leona Tate for her work, and my thanks to her for her comments and wisdom. Beautiful space. We will be back to see everything else in store, as the work here is growing.

This living museum was small but phenomenal.I learned a lot of stuff about New Orleans that I never knew.It is packed with information from the front of the house to the back of the house.

Great place to spend with your family and friend but some trash scattered in some spot

Leona Tate and other founders do an amazing service by providing this neighborhood museum about the Levee failure flooding during Katrina from the locals perspective. Ive been taking people to this museum for years who want an intimate and truthful view into the lives of those devastated and reborn from the flood. Its my favorite gem of the lower 9!

This is such a moving tribute to the strength and collective power of the people of the Lower Ninth Ward. I was honored to witness it. Impressed that folks are also running a summer camp!

Tells the story of what happened from the people that experienced it. Im a True Believer that you should experience things or see things first hand instead of trusting the internet or the news for that matter so you can see what it really is.

From the very first caption that I read regarding the Wards history, I was locked in for an unbelievable experience. The story is not only told with power, but with precision. Everything is organized and easy to understand.Dont judge the book by the cover. If I had, Id have missed a life changing experience.

A awesome humbling experience it was warm an welcoming. I learned a lot keep thanks for having me.

A best-kept secret that needs to be shared!You dont get here by accident, you have to seek it out. And sadly, they have one of the most important stories this city has to tell. This is an absolute must-see for anyone interested in equality.

Simple, effective, and a good size. I read every description moving through the four rooms. Along with photos and documentary videos on occasional screens, they powerfully shared resilience, celebration, history, hardship, community, activism.

Great small museum documenting the largely poor, displaced citizens that have always been at a disadvantage. Hit hard by every hurricane in an attempt to save the wealthier people. No one seems to really care. It took over 10 years to get a public library to reopen after Katrina, let alone a public school. This is a great way to have a voice for the voiceless.

Beautiful museum. The Black residents of New Orleans deserve so much better. Long live Lower 9th Ward.

Free! This museum is free! It was really moving to see the history of NOLA and the lower ninth ward! I helped with katrina relief for 2 weeks after katrina and coming back now so many years later and seeing the difference and people rebuilding their lives was very moving!

This was the highlight of my trip to N.O!!! Learned so much about the locals and all the horrible experiences they endured during Katrina. The owner of the museum is also a local hero! She continues to fight for the people of N.O. Do not miss the opportunity to learn while in the big easy.

A very touching piece of history, and its free. A MUST SEE!!!!!!

Amazing, I have never cried in a museum before but this place was special. The stories told here will stay with me forever and I strongly suggest taking the time to visit this museum. I learned so much in such a short amount of time and these stories need to be heard.The most memorable part of our whole trip by far!

Its a great place for NOT forgetting the terrible disaster of Katrina. Never forget!

A great place to visit when in Nawlins. I learned so much about Katrina that wasnt broadcast on mainstream media. A must visit for sure and a tour of the neighborhood will really leave you educated about the roots of the Lower Ninth Ward neighborhood. The residents a were really pleasant and answered any questions we had about the neighborhood or the newer houses that were rebuilt.

Great place toi see 9th Ward history and whats going on in the community right now. If you in the area this place is worth a stop to look at what the museum has to offer. Its free but they take donations toi keep the museum operating. You are allowed to take pictures and there are a few videos that play in the museum.

New Orleans, from the viewpoint of those who live here. Katrina, through the eyes of those who experienced the devastation first-hand.

This is a small, simple museum but my wife and I were very impressed by it. Its just a few rooms with displays on the walls, but we found them compelling. They take you chronologically through the history of the Lower Ninth Ward, including 1927 when the levee was dynamited to flood the ward with water that New Orleans officials were afraid would inundate the parts of the city they considered worth saving. Lots of interesting and heartbreaking nuggets like that, as well as video interviews of locals. As small as it is, we spent nearly an hour there. The volunteer greeter was super nice. By the way, you can walk over the bridge to get there, but dont enter the bridge the way a car would. Walk in the alley on the side, at the end of which are stairs to a pedestrian path on the side of the bridge. At the end theres a passage where you can go under the road for a more direct route to the museum. Walking back, we found theres a path on the north side of the bridge too.

You MUST come out here to really understand the impact of Katrina but mainly how events in the decades surrounding Katrina have impacted a community and what it tells us about ourselves. If you are a tourist or local, the unique nature of this place really has been the most rewarding place we visited on our trip from the UK to NOLA. The whole world should visit this museum and reflect on how blind we can allow ourselves to be to injustices just around the river bend. Get a cab out to this wonderful place. Tis not Disney, it is real and real important. Ask questions, then be prepared to realise just how little you know about the real issues when you hear the answers. FYI - you dont have to talk to anyone, you are left to your own devices to walk through the chronological exhibits, but I recommend you do out on the porch later.

No one should visit New Orleans without visiting the Living Museum. The heart wrenching, inspirational, and joy of the City come from the 9th Ward.

This museum its MUCH needed inside the community! It shows the endurance and perseverance of the people in that community! The media ONLY shows yoy what THEY want you to see and hear. Being there gave me first insight of the truth of what really happened during hurricane Katrina. So many lives lost and families displaced! You cant go somewhere like that and not be changed for the better leaving out!

I learned so much at this wonderful museum. Go and support this place. Interesting and informative.

Absolutely loved this museum it was very informative and it was a pretty emotional experience for me. Literally take your time to read each summary if you have the time. NOLA are strong people and have been through much!!!

Fantastic museum! Its an old house that has been turned into a museum. Admission is free, and it can be gone through relatively quickly, so definitely stop by!There are ~4 rooms that roughly cover different eras. The first is more about the history of the Lower Ninth Ward during the earlier days of New Orleans, while the second talks about people who have come out of the area more recently. One room is dedicated to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Highly recommend this room! Regardless of how much you know about disaster capitalism and such, it is sobering to read about what happened (and is still happening) to the (mostly poor) people of New Orleans during and after Katrina. The last room is about organizations that have started since Katrina to help the Lower Ninth Ward and the city.

Some will only think of the town as a party destination, it’s great for that but spend some time finding out about local lives and the effects of Katrina.Many myths are exploded and if you don’t come away saddened and shocked I’ll be surprised.It’s free but make a nice donation to allow them to keep up the educational work.

Powerful historical site. A must see for visitors to get a real perspective on the history of the Lower 9th and Hurricane Katrina.

Good history lesson of how God blesses and restore what the devil destroyed.

This is a must see for anyone living in or visiting New Orleans. It provides a great history of the lower ninth ward from the nineteenth century until Katrina and its aftermath. While one may think that the lower ninth wards history would be tragic due to what the neighborhood had to go through both during and in the immediate aftermath of Katrina, the story it tells is actually one of hope and redemption. It tells how countless times the residents of the neighborhood have rebuilt their lives in the wake of destruction and continue to do so to today.If you want to help on that mission, visiting this museum is a must first stop. It is in a house and the workers you will likely see there dont just have a history in the ninth ward but American History, including some Civil Rights-era giants. Stop by, read and watch everything, and leave a donation!

I loved this place. Most things historic I love, its history!

It for sure completes a NOLA visit. Considering that it is FREE, it is for sure a must. Especially for the young and in school please take the time, please do not go if you are in a rush, just like any other museum take the time to take it all in and for sure learn something. It is not advertised as much, am glad that we made it out there. And the lady that we found was warm, friendly and nothing but love.

Great place to learn not only the history of New Orleans but the history of the lower 9. Ms. Leona Tate is a living legend and wonderful spirit.

One of our favorite places we visited in new orleans

Never to be forgotten... Thank you to the wonderful people who continue this amazing venture...so no one forgets...

Dosuns are knowledgeable, pictures are welcome. Important to 9th ward that the history is recorded, important to hold Army C. Of Engineers, and elected officials accountable in future disasters . Wake up call to tax payers about mismanagement and corruption.

Extremely meaningful little museum. Should be required for anyone who visits New Orleans.

Eye Opening experience... God Bless the Lower Ninth Ward!

Great little museum that explores the history of the the ninth ward, including great exhibits on Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath.

This place is powerful! Walking to the location was quite an experience because you walk through a neighborhood and the residents were so friendly.

Very moving and inspiring to help out.

Really interesting museum. The museum shows a long history of the lower 9th ward, and especially how it was affected by Katrina. Practically every plaque in the museum in shocking and worth learning about.

An amazing small museum focusing on the history and people of the Lower Ninth Ward, particularly around the time of Katrina. An educational and emotional experience.

This is a must see! Very enjoyable experience if you want to learn more about the history of the area! The young lady who was working there is very knowledgeable and a joy to speak with! Very nice!!

This place is awesome. I was intrigued to learn about the history.

The pride and knowledge shown by the person working here made this an amazing stop! The museum is set in an older home and tells an amazing story of the area that is often overlooked.

A wonderful compilation of history and stories. You should definitely visit this free museum while you are in New Orleans. Its an easy and inexpensive Uber/Lyft from the French Quarter.

Go see where Katrina devastated this community and understand why it is worlds apart from the VillaCarreaux. Make sure to drive the streets across the main Street to see the empty lots that are missing the families that once called the Ward home.

Amazing place to learn about Louisianas history especially New Orleans.

Love the valuable information

Interesting place with lots of history.

This place will tell u a good story about the lower 9th ward its pretty kool check it out

A wonderful memorial musuem that allows us to go back to the place where Earth raged her fury on and tore at our hearts as we watched the suffering of a purely devastated community. Make sure to drive around the neighborhoods across the main thoroughfare as well and look at all of the empty lots that hold the ghosts of a bygone era; those that came back to nothing, those who couldnt return, and those that came back to rebuild.

This is a moving no holds barred multi media documentation of the history of the Ninth Ward and New Orleans that should not be missed. Only went with 4 stars just to leave room for the unbelievable WWII museum which is one of the best museums anywhere.

Excellent place. When I visited, they were having an event for the 58th anniversary of the desegregation of N.O. public schools. I hadnt come for that, but it was still a very good place. The back, which talks about Katrina, had a lot of sad parts, but I feel as though that was the only way to understand the natural and human disaster that was Hurricane Katrina. I hadnt been born yet when Katrina happened, but based on what my mother said afterwards, and what I learned there, it was terribly sad. However, the museum did an excellent job explaining it.

A simple place with a profound and touching exposition. I was super curious about the history of Katrina and the floods in NO and it was the best source I found.Spent about one hour there, but could be more if I wasnt in a hurry.It is free, but they deserve donations.

Informative museum located in a historic area, a must see if coming to New Orleans

Another little unknown gem. Thank You Ms. Leona Tate for your sacrifices of the integration of Orleans Parish Schools. I stand on your shoulders because of your selflessness.

The Lower Ninth museum is an interesting place. From location to layout, the place is different from any museum Ive visited before, and has some very strong points and some faults. The location and setup of the museum in a home in the lower ninth ward is the first issue. While this plays to the authenticity and memory of life in the lower ninth, it makes visiting and learning about the neighborhood more difficult since it is rather out of the way in regards to tourist visits and publicity. The second issue is staffing and hours. The setup feels informal, and I would be interested in seeing how the museum would perform in a more traditional setting. Other than that, my visit here was enjoyable and I learned a good deal about the neighborhood.

I am in there. Check it out look for my. Minor Moe

A truly outstanding museum. Highly recommended. Warm welcome from the host. Documents a tragic tale of a natural disaster followed by appalling government inaction mixed with actions of bravery and heroism. The recovery of Lower Ninth Ward is still a work in progress with limited government support - a testament to the resilience and strength of community. Allow up to an hour. Visited February 2016.

Dont miss this. Everyone should visit this museum. It may be small but its impact is emotionally huge. Photographic history of the lower Ninth Ward and the humanitarian disaster when Katrina came and the levy broke. You will have to take an Uber or other transport to get there. The tour buses no longer go to that lower Ninth Ward area. Afterwards walk along the street to see the unusual 100+ houses that Brad Pitts Make It Right Foundation has built. A sobering experience.

I had a great time. The museum really gives you a lot of insight into how Hurricane Katrina affected people. Also, gives a large amount of information on the Ninth Wards history and exclusion from the rest of New Orleans. Definitely learned an abundance of facts about racial demographics and racism. I would definitely recommend going.

An amazing grassroots initiative to bring recognition to the plight of those living here pre and post Katrina. Highly recommended for anyone visiting NOLA.

Beautiful and historically rich

Amazing place that preserves the varied history of New

Life changing to meet Miss Tate. Brought me to tears. Awesome experience

A very moving experience. This really is a reality check

A fascinating museum with important local perspectives!

What a surreal experience, so glad we got to gear the real story. As must if you are New Orleans.

Something everyone should see. A real eye opening view into the darker side of humanity, and the resilience to overcome it

The people here are amazing! The woman who greeted me at the door was so very warm. Im not someone who cries in front of people but watching how people were treated during hurricane Katrina was like watching American leaders blatantly say no we havent changed how we feel about black people. I wasnt able to come help when volunteers came down cause my son was a baby but I think that sadness came pouring out while speaking with her. She handled me well. Lol you can tell they see these kinds of emotions there. They did a wonderful job educating you on everything that happened and some great history on mardi gras Indians and the 9th ward. Oh and personal opinion- if you want to help this wonderful organization, dont come in and dangle how you can help, your job title and that you just need to be persuaded. If you want to help then help. If you dont then well there is a reason for everything. White men with guilt and money dont help things by having long conversations about what they maybe can do. Maybe Im being a tad harsh but.. I doubt it.

Great place to learn the history of the town

Definitely worth the visit. Loads of pictures and stories from Katrina. Talk to the volunteers, they have they own stories and perspectives. Quite interesting.

Wonderful people, tons of information. Came by late in the day, but wish I had allowed myself more time to read it all!!

Historical asset in the Heart of the Ninth Ward

A must see in New Orleans. Sad that people think the French quarter and tourist spots are all the is. Check this out if you can!

A very interesting perspective of the Katrina disaster. I had a very nice time!

Great place if you want to get to know more about the lower 9th ward the people and culture

Such a humbling experience. Everyone going to New Orleans need to visit this place

Awesome musuem!

So much information in such a small location! Worth the trip

A must see when you visit nola. Complete education on hurricane katrina. The surrounding area still showed the property devastation.

Full of information and historical facts not known to many.

Home-grown museum in one side of a duplex house. Tells a sad story that deserves to be heard more widely. Left me feeling quite ashamed of my country. Far from being a part of the home of the free and the land of the brave, the Ninth Ward was the home of the downtrodden and the land of city corruption, broken federal promises, and engineering incompetence.

Wonderful experience, great way to bring awareness to what the 9th ward people went through

Powerful and heart wrenching. A must see

Its great little museum. Meet Leona Tate who integrated McDonogh 19 in 1960.

Dope... very interesting

Fantastic museum

Gotta go. Make this part of your trip and humble yourself to the reality of events and tribulations these people have went through!

Incredibly moving.

A good educational experience

Very educational

A shame the museum doesnt have the budget of other museums

Got to Leorna Tate in person!

Lower 9. My heart for life. Believe that