Map of the Caribbean with Cuba at center
1803 view of New Orleans
Walk and listen to Track 2b. Exception to the Rule: Slaves Arriving from Cuba (above)
When you are ready to move on with the tour, walk and listen to Track 2c. Slavery's Expansion
Directions to Site 3: The Cabildo
Continue along Royal Street until you reach St. Peter Street. Take a right on St. Peter and walk towards Jackson Square. Cross to the left side of St. Peter, and as you approach and enter Jackson Square, you will be walking along the side of the Cabildo, which was built to house the government during the Spanish colonial period.