There are two. 537 South Peters St. The altar is on display March 17 to 19. A 5-day series celebrating New Orleans rich literary heritage, it includes theatrical performances, readings, discussion panels, master classes, musical events, and literary walking tours dedicated to the playwright. By the way, the focus is not confined to Tennessee Williams.
Events take place at venues throughout the city.
Historical and architectural tours of many of the city s private homes, courtyards, and plantation homes are offered in conjunction with the 5-day event. This is a relatively new event, just over a decade old, that celebrates New Orleans history. For hard-core jazz fans, it is rapidly becoming an alternative to Jazz Fest, where actual jazz is becoming less and less prominent. It kicks off with a parade down Bourbon Street. Among other things, you can join people dancing in the streets, learn the history of jazz, visit historic homes, and take a ride on a riverboat.