Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-2007
Publication Title
Journal of American History
Abstract
The article discusses the development of New Orleans, Louisiana as a tourist attraction. The author suggests that Hurricane Katrina allowed the public to perceive racial and economic divisions in New Orleans. He suggests the French Quarter of New Orleans was developed for tourism due to its historic architecture. An attempt to attract military bases to the region during World War II failed due to the labor market and competition, leading to a focus on tourism. The author compares the city's appearance to that of Disneyland and suggests urban renewal relocated African Americans to ensure the development of the French Quarter.
Repository Citation
Souther, J. Mark, "The Disneyfication of New Orleans: The French Quarter as Facade in a Divided City" (2007). History Faculty Publications. 26.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/clhist_facpub/26
Original Citation
Souther, J. (2007). The Disneyfication of New Orleans: The French Quarter as facade in a divided city. Journal Of American History, 94(3), 804-811.
Volume
94
Issue
3
DOI
10.2307/25095142
Publisher's Statement
@ 2007 Oxford University Press.
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American Studies Commons, United States History Commons, Urban Studies and Planning Commons
