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Explore New Orleans, Louisiana, like never before—visit its most haunted locations that are open to the public.Whether you love to travel, are fascinated by the paranormal, or both, get ready to tour New Orleans in a totally unique way!
Spirits of New Orleans guides you to 39 fascinating and historic places, including old cemeteries, hotels, museums, restaurants, and more. Every location is open to the public, and here’s the catch: Every place is reportedly haunted!
Join local author, psychic, and medium Kala Ambrose on a paranormal investigation to discover the magic and mystery of the Crescent City. Read about the history of each destination, and learn about the ghosts said to reside there. Then grab your gear and hit the road as you visit each location first-hand. Every entry includes an address, as well as photographs of these unforgettable destinations. Kala has visited them all, so her tips and suggestions allow you to maximize the enjoyment of each experience.
From the grave of priestess Marie Laveau to the ghostly monk at Place d’Armes, from feelings of dread at the LaLaurie House to the giggles of childlike spirits at the Hotel Monteleone, this book presents creepy hideaways that even New Orleans natives might not know about. Part travel guide and part armchair reader,
Spirits of New Orleans puts you in the middle of NOLA’s haunted history.
Each entry includes
- a historical overview of the haunted place
- ghost stories associated with the location
- advice on visiting—if you dare
New Orleans forms the shape of a crescent, which can be viewed as a sacred chalice that holds and stores energy. This is said to make it a unique area in which magic and supernatural phenomena are magnified. Prepare to be introduced to the beliefs, superstitions, legends, and lore that make New Orleans a place unlike any other!
List of contents
Introduction: Embracing the Spirit and Spirits of New Orleans
Chapter 1: The Grande Dame City of the Dead—St. Louis Cemetery #1
Chapter 2: Who’s Haunting the Garden District?
Chapter 3: Tread Carefully When Walking Down the Haunted Pirates Alley
Chapter 4: Ghostly Harem Dancing for the Sultan at the Gardette-LePrete House
Chapter 5: Marie Laveau—The Legendary Priestess Queen
Chapter 6: The Haunted Archway and Other Legends of Congo Square
Chapter 7: The Horrors Still Live at LaLaurie House
Chapter 8: The Casket Girls of the Old Ursuline Convent and Other Vampire Lore
Chapter 9: Guests in Spirit Still Attend the Quadroon Balls at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Chapter 10: Ghostly Carriage Rides at the Old French Opera House on Bourbon Street
Chapter 11: The Monk Who Saved the Children at the Place d’Armes Hotel
Chapter 12: A Loving Legacy at the Cornstalk Hotel
Chapter 13: The Deathly Portal of Thirteen at Canal Street and City Park
Chapter 14: Jean Lafitte’s Infamous Pirate Bar
Chapter 15: More Than 200 Years of Spirits at the Napoleon House
Chapter 16: Gourmet Ghosts Love Antoine’s and Arnaud’s Restaurants
Chapter 17: The Enchanted Charm Gate at the Court of Two Sisters
Chapter 18: Gunshots and Ghosts at the Beauregard-Keyes House
Chapter 19: Celebrate Jazz and Mardi Gras with the Spirits at Hotel Monteleone
Chapter 20: Cold Lonely Nights Lead to the Ghost of the Broken-Hearted Octoroon Mistress
Chapter 21: The Legend of St. Louis Cathedral and Pere Antoine’s Alley
Chapter 22: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and Saint Expedite
Chapter 23: The Resident Ghosts of Yesteryears and Pat O’Brien’s
Chapter 24: The Ghost Children of the Andrew Jackson Hotel
Chapter 25: The History and Mystery of the Baroness and Her Pontalba Apartments
Visiting the Haunted Sites
Bibliography
About the Author
About the author
Kala Ambrose is a noted inspirational speaker, author, psychic, wisdom teacher, medium, and host of the
Explore Your Spirit with Kala radio show. Her teachings are described as discerning, empowering, and inspiring. Whether she’s speaking with world-renowned experts on the
Explore Your Spirit with Kala radio show, writing about empowering lifestyle choices, reporting on new discoveries in the scientific and spiritual arenas, or teaching groups around the country, fans around the world tune in daily for her inspirational musings and lively thought-provoking conversations.
Kala is the author of four books, including the award-winning
9 Life Altering Lessons: Secrets of the Mystery Schools Unveiled, Ghost Hunting North Carolina, The Awakened Aura: Experiencing the Evolution of Your Energy Body, and
Spirits of New Orleans.A highly interactive psychic and wisdom teacher on a mission to educate, entertain, and inspire, Kala writes for
The Huffington Post and presents workshops nationally on the mind/body/spirit connection, including auras and energy fields; business intuition; haunted history; and wisdom teachings at the Omega Institute, John Edward Presents Infinite Quest, the Learning Annex, Lily Dale Assembly, and DailyOM.
