Tours Coming Soon!

Step Into the Story. Walk the Road to Freedom. Discover New Orleans like never before—through the legacy of one of its greatest heroes.

Launching May 20th, the André Cailloux Center proudly introduces its all-new Culture & History Tours, a bold, immersive experience along the city’s oldest road. Led by our expert guides—your “Freedom Train Conductors”—this 45-minute journey takes you through historic Bayou Road in Tremé, tracing the footsteps of Captain André Cailloux, one of the first Black officers in the Union Army and a symbol of unshakable courage. Your tour includes: A powerful one-man theatrical performance bringing Captain Cailloux’s story to life in his own words Visits to significant landmarks like St. Rose de Lima Church Augmented Reality enhancements placing you on the battlefield beside the Louisiana Native Guard A chance to symbolically join the Guard and carry the legacy forward Step into Cailloux’s shoes.

Stand where he stood. Feel the power of resistance rise.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a longtime resident, this is your invitation to connect with New Orleans history in a whole new way.

Tours begin May 20 Available Tuesday through Saturday at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 4 p.m. Tickets: $30 per person Be among the first to ride the Freedom Train. Join our exclusive waiting list to be the first to know when tickets drop—and receive a special commemorative gift as one of our inaugural riders.

The journey to freedom starts here—on Bayou Road. Let’s walk it together.