Jackson Square, originally called the Place d'Armes or Plaza de Armas, was built by French engineers in 1721 within the heart of New Orleans' military activities, according to the Historic New ...

In 1851, it was renamed Jackson Square for President Andrew Jackson, military hero of the Battle of New Orleans. The statues of the four seasons appeared sometime around then.

The City of New Orleans announced that Jackson Square will re-open on Tuesday, July 11, after the completion of a tree assessment by the Department of Parks and Parkways. Skip to content.

A 16-year-old boy was hurt in Jackson Square Friday after a tree fell on him, according to New Orleans EMS. City officials said since the incident, arborists have assessed all the remaining trees ...

N EW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Federal specialists and a security company are expected to provide New Orleans with plans to harden Jackson Square and Frenchmen Street against vehicular attacks.

The 17-year-old was visiting New Orleans from San Antonio with his family on July 7 when a portion of an 85-year-old oak tree fell in Jackson Square, hitting him in the head.

NEW ORLEANS — What had been a seemingly small and peaceful day-long protest in support of Palestine in New Orleans' Jackson Square escalated into violence as police tried to get the protesters ...

At least 10 people were arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest in Jackson Square Sunday evening after a fight broke out as officers attempted to clear the popular tourist area in ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Federal specialists and a security company are expected to provide New Orleans with plans to harden Jackson Square and Frenchmen Street against vehicular attacks.