17 Rare Photos From New Orleans During The Great Depression

The 1930s brought struggles Americans had never seen before, but New Orleans found ways to see the silver lining despite the tough times. Here are 17 rare photos of New Orleans during the Great Depression.

1. Kids pose in front of a man with his bear, part of a circus show. (1935)

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2. A street tailor hemming some clothes. (1935)

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3. Applicants waiting for jobs outside of the Federal Emergency Relief Association Offices of New Orleans (1935)

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4. Another shot of applicants waiting for a job outside of the Federal Emergency Relief Association Offices of New Orleans (1935)

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5. Gentleman drinking at a saloon on Decatur Street. (1938)

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6. A group of friends hanging out at the docks. (1938)

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7. View of St. Peter Street (1934)

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8. French Market Sidewalk scene, view of Decatur Street (1935)

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9. Marketplace in the French Quarter (1936)

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10. Crews demolish the old Charity Hospital buildings (1936)

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11. Crowds line Canal Street for the visiting of President Franklin D. Roosevelt (1937)

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12. President Franklin D. Roosevelt enjoying a meal at Antoine’s Restaurant (1937)

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13. A group of students taking a radio class at the Magnolia School (1937)

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14. Group of friends chatting on Decatur Street (1938)

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15. Mayor Robert S. Maestri stands with a group of children (1938)

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16. Monkey Hill in Audubon Park (1938)

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17. Construction workers adding paved walkways to City Park (1938)

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