Jelly Roll Morton House

At the corner of Frenchmen and Robertson Streets stands a lovely red house with slatted walls and a little porch. It is quite noticeable because it is possibly the only one that is brightly coloured amidst rows of houses that are unremarkable. Incidentally it used to be the house belonging to Jelly Roll Morton (real name Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe), jazz legend, and amongst the earliest Jazz exponents who put New Orleans at the head of the world jazz map. Incidentally, there’s no sign or marker to indicate the landmark, only a tiny portrait on the front window of the legend with his trademark toothy grin. Built in Creole style, the house is quite a landmark, and visited by enthusiasts from all over the world. Thankfully, the house is now owned by a Jazz musician, and a fan of Morton who has lovingly looked after it.