Originally the main neighborhood of freed black citizens, it remains a popular area of town for Creole and African American residents. There is a strong brass band culture that continues to honor the history of this music style that is unique to New Orleans while still maintaining a vibrant part of today's music scene. This area used to be referred to as "the back of town" as it is located away from the River while also adjacent to the French Quarter. This joyful area of town continues to attract a lot of talented musicians and craftspeople. If you are interested in learning more about the culture that African Americans have contributed to the United States, a visit to Treme is a necessity.