The Irish in New Orleans

Today Irish culture, much like Haitian culture, has been so engraved in daily New Orleans life that you do not actively notice it. Walking around downtown or uptown, you will often spot an Irish bar. From an architectural side, Irish people have also had a significant impact on the city. James Gallier Sr for example, was an Irish immigrant who lived in New Orleans in the 1800s, and is one of the most influential architects in New Orleans history.