The Friends of Lafitte Corridor seeks to preserve and revitalize the Lafitte Corridor and adjacent neighborhoods from the French Quarter to Canal Boulevard by advocating for and facilitating the creation of a greenway that encourages active living and economic development and links neighborhoods, cultural features, historic sites, retail areas and public spaces.
We envision a completed public trail through the Lafitte Corridor which:
- links neighborhoods from Treme to Lakeview;
- provides a safe path of travel for individuals and families between homes, schools, businesses and community resources;
- increases transportation options, especially for people who do not have access to a car;
- provides useful community space to be shaped and used by the residents of neighborhoods adjacent to the Corridor;
- enhances recreational opportunites for all residents and visitors including the elderly and disabled;
- demonstrates best practices in sustainability; and
- educates visitors about the cultural and economic history of New Orleans and the city’s relationship to the larger landscape