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The Old Absinthe House

8 story sections

Historic bar in the French Quarter known for its absinthe cocktails and New Orleans history, fitting for a cocktail and foodie tour.

History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1The Old Absinthe House

    Welcome to the vibrant and deeply layered heart of the Vyuh Car-ray, specifically the legendary intersection of Bourbon and Bienville streets. Standing before you is the Old Absinthe House, an architectural and cultural landmark…

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  2. 2The Post-Fire Reconstruction and Trading Post Era

    Step closer to the sturdy masonry of the building's historic exterior. As we examine the physical foundation of the Old Absinthe House, it is essential to contextualize the era of its remarkable reconstruction. …

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  3. 3The Era of Mixology and the Green Monster

    Let us shift our focus to the interior space where the legendary bar currently resides. The most transformative moment in the history of this establishment occurred much later, in the year eighteen seventy-four. …

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  4. 4Prohibition and the Speakeasy Rebellion

    As we move slightly deeper into the main floor, we must confront a decidedly dark and challenging chapter in the building's extensive timeline. Unfortunately for the prosperous Absinthe Room, the intoxicating reign of the green…

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  5. 5La Belle Epoque and the Hidden Parlor

    Let us now navigate toward the rear of the property, where a subtle, almost unnoticed doorway leads us into a completely different atmospheric realm. Tucked discreetly behind the main chaotic bar of the Old Absinthe House lies a…

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  6. 6The Ghosts and Spectral Phenomena

    We will now ascend the staircase, moving toward the infamous second-floor chambers. It would be an egregious scholarly omission to analyze the history of the Old Absinthe House without addressing the pervasive, deeply entrenched…

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  7. 7The Legendary Meeting of Jackson and Lafitte

    Remain here on the second floor and direct your attention to the specific chamber located toward the front of the building. This particular room serves as the setting for one of the most famous, albeit fiercely debated,…

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our comprehensive analysis and begin to descend back toward the reality of the bustling street below, it is vital to synthesize the multitude of narratives we have uncovered. The Old Absinthe House is demonstrably…

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What is The Old Absinthe House?

The Old Absinthe House is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates29.9531, -90.0640
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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