The Jackson Barracks Military Museum — Attraction in New Orleans

What a wonderful museum located inside an active National Guard barrack. Google Maps direction is slightly misleading and will try to get you to enter through W. Judge Perez Dr. to the north, but the actual entrance is to the south through St. Claude Ave. You will be able to enter this secure facility after going through a military grade check point where you will be required to present a photo I.D. There was zero signage to help you find the actual museum after entering the base. Park to the set of parking spaces immediately to the left, the museum is located in the first building on the left, and you'll pass through this beautiful fountain courtyard (which you are not allowed to take a photo of) on your way to the entrance. While I was photographing, I was made aware that there are some rules about taking pictures here. Due to security reasons, limit your photos to the artifacts on the grounds and within the museum itself. Avoid taking pictures of the actual physical structure and structural details of the buildings. Otherwise, this was a beautifully curated museum with a very moving display of the National Guard's efforts during Hurricane Katrina that is a must see. The second floor of the museum was still being setup when I visited and there are plenty of larger military artifacts located outside the museum. Hopefully this review will help you avoid making the same mistakes that I did while visiting...

This place is a hidden gem in New Orleans. My boys love going to the WW2 museum, but after over a dozen time I convinced them to do something different. We found this on google maps and it did not disappoint. There is over 2-3 dozen war vehicles that they can get up close and touch outside. Then inside had everything from the revolutionary war to GWOT and how the LA national guard supported. The boys absolutely enjoyed it and as an adult it was informative. We had the whole place to ourselves on a Thursday. There is no charge, but bring 10-20 dollars for a donation to help this place. So if you enjoy war museums check...

If you're coming to New Orleans to see the National WWII museum, you are missing half the story my friend. This museum is incredible for history buffs and "armored enthusiasts" alike. Their collection includes (but not limited to); a FT 17 in great condition, an M5 Stuart, MTLB, m4a3 Sherman, M60 and m47 Patton, an m3 half track, and an Israeli modified bulldozer. They also have a host of great aircraft shown outside alongside a LITERAL WALL OF GUNS. I was extremely impressed by this museum and can only recommend to anyone coming to New Orleans.

Admission is completely free (though ID is needed) and the inside...