Mike Animal House - Michael Williams DVM

The Louisiana Children's Museum’s 30,000 square feet of exhibit space and programs offer children a diverse set of activities that promote learning from reading and math skills to architectural ideas and the nuances of grocery shopping – through interactive play. Whether they are learning what bones they use to ride a bike, alongside Mr. Bones or loading up a cargo ship in the Little Port of New Orleans exhibit, children take an active role in their own learning.

Immerse yourself in the history of New Orleans while learning how its unique cuisine evolved. You will learn to appreciate the differences between Creole and Cajun cuisine, and will hear of the varied ethnic influences that contribute to New Orleans cuisine. Also, enjoy a Roux cooking demonstration by a creole chef. Food samplings include Seafood Gumbo Creole, Turtle Soup, Shrimp Arnaud, Muffaletta, Cannoli’s, Gelato, Brisket with Creole Sauce, Red Beans and Rice and Pralines.

Catch true professionals in action at the New Orleans Ballet Theatre. Dancers for the entertainment company have performed all over the globe in starring roles and have been wowing New Orleans audiences since 2002.

Step foot in what is known as the oldest continually occupied bar in the nation, Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar. The bar resides in one of the oldest buildings in New Orleans and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1970. Its Bourbon Street location places the bar in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the French Quarter, making it the perfect nightlife spot for you to stop in and have a drink.