New Orleans, LA- French Quarter

Our French Quarter game will take you through the historic heart of New Orleans for an epic experience where you will learn the town’s history and have a BLAST! You’ll visit must-sees including the French Market, Cafe Du Monde, Jackson Square, and MORE! 21+ players are going to LOVE the lounge where you’ll celebrate your victory, and families have a delicious sweet treat in their future!

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New Orleans, LA- French Quarter

Starting Address: 1000 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA

Your game will begin north of the French Market in Latrobe Park. Several public parking lots are located nearby, depending on which location you are coming from.


You and your team have 1 hour to complete your escape crawl with 70% + accuracy in order to redeem your reward at the end! Make sure you have a fully-charged smartphone and are near your starting landmark before proceeding. Your instructions will frequently reference north-south-east-west directions. Most smartphones are equipped with a compass if you need to verify a direction, however, we also reference street names to make sure you're following the right path.

HIT BEGIN WHEN YOUR TEAM IS READY TO START THE GAME!

For your first question you need to locate the large circular plaque at the NE corner. You may find it helpful to step up in front of the plaque.

Question #1 of 20

Use the following key to find the find 5-letter word answer to this question. Start on the top line that starts with “In 1991, ….”

Line 1, 13 to the right =

3 down, 4 to the left=

1 down, 8 to the left =

1 to the right =

4 more to the right =

Continue east toward the train tracks behind you. In front of you you will find a large colorful mural by Chantelle Trainor-Matties.

Question #2 of 20

How many creatures are found within this Mural?

Start walking south along the french market and cross back through at the first opening. You will find yourself back at Latrobe Park.

Question #3 of 20

Back inside you will find a plaque dedicating one of the fountains to the people of New Orleans, gifted by the mayor of ______

Keep heading south along the right side of the market on Decatur st.

Along the French market you'll pass offers of pralines, Bloody Mary's and more. It's America's oldest city market! If you're not worried about your time we wouldn't blame you for stopping to indulge. The first building you are coming to with its infamous green and white striped awning is actually the second market hall that was built in 1823. It's design with many stalls served farmers well for the wholesale of produce for over 100 years.

Question #4 of 20

In what year was it improved and rededicated by Mayor Marc Morial?

Continue South. In front of you is the back of the historical Joan of Arc landmark.

A mere peasant girl at birth, she was soon honored as a defender of the French nation and is now recognized as a saint, forever known for her remarkable mental and physical courage. The cannons in front are noteworthy because this was the primary weapon she utilized in her battles.

Make your way inside the monument. You will find plaques associated with significant cities.

Take notes of the significance of each of the following. You may need to recall this information.

Click next to continue when you’re ready

Lorraine- Region where Joan of Arc was born and raised.

Orleans- The first area of conflict in which Joan of Arc participated.

Reims- An important region in which Joan of Arc Led the French army into a then English-controlled territory. The French believed it was the only true site where a king could be crowned so she asked for an army and made it happen for King Charles VII.

Rouen- Town in which she was captured, imprisoned and eventually executed. She was only 19 years old when she was burned at the stake.

Click next when you’re ready for the question!

Based on the previous information, which of these locations did Joan of Arc lead the French army into English-controlled territory so that the French King could be rightfully crowned? ________

Question #5 of 20

Taking the above answer, use the key below to translate the answer:

A= H     K= N     U= D

B= S      L= E      V= K

C= L      M= B    W= P

D= V     N= W   X= I

E= U    O= R

F= Q    P= J

G= A    Q= T

H= X    R= G

I= M    S= O

J= C    T= F

Based on the previous information, Which of these locations did Joan of Arc lead the French army into English controlled territory so that the French king could be rightfully crowned?

At this monument the street splits with N Peters to your Right and Decatur on your Left. Continue South on Decatur (Use the crosswalk behind the monument in front of the French Market). You will pass lots of shops on your left. At the intersection of Decatur and Dumaine Street, turn Left where you will find the Dutch Alley Artist’s Co-op at 912 N Peters

Question #6 of 20

Here you can view sculptures from the 80's. What was the name of the market customer sculpted by Paul Perret?

Continue heading south in the same direction. In front of you is the infamous Café Du Monde. Continue on on the backside (left side) of Cafe Du Monde. You will see a fountain with a mural and a life-like statue also created by Paul Perret.

Meet Michelle! She’s got quite the story. Originally she was sculpted nude, then later clothed. Next she was stolen all together. Once returned, she was secured a little better with the sand-like material you see.

Question #7 of 20

When was Michelle born?

If you turn around you'll see an alley that leads you back to Decatur Street. Cross back under and continue south with the shops on your left, passing the entrance of Cafe Du Monde, famous for their beignets and chicory coffee!
Keep walking straight until you come upon a sign about the history of New Orleans

Question #8 of 20

 

What was New Orleans originally called due to the bend of the Mississippi?  ______ City

Turn around and take a left at the first intersection on St Ann. Chances are you will see various local artist with their work displayed for sale! Continue along St. Ann, enjoying the shade of the massive Southern Live Oak and magnolia trees. Turn left on Chartres.

On your right will be St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest standing cathedral in America.

Question #9 of 20

What destroyed the church in 1788, causing it to be rebuilt?

You are in what is called Jean-Paul II Plaza, named after the Pope.

Question #10 of 20

His name is also listed nearby in Spanish as Juan- _____?

In front of you will be the gates to the Jackson square. Continue inside to explore!

Hat’s off to you Mr. Jackson! At an 1830 dinner, Andrew Jackson famously rebuked John C. Calhoun and other pro-nullification officials with the toast: “Our union must and shall be preserved!”.

Question #11 of 20

Who was the artist of this sculpture?

At 3 out of 4 gates to exit Jackson Square you will find potted plants. Two of these have birds and one of them have Spanish Rams built in. Locate this fixture.

Question #12 of 20

What number is associated with this exit? (Reference the plaque of the park key)

Walk out that exit and towards Washington artillery park. If you stroll up the stairs you will find several plaques dedicated to improvements.

Question #13 of 20

What District did city council member “Troy Carter” belong to?

Continue south on this side of the street. While you are NOT at the Jackson Brewery you may find some interesting information about it.

Question #14 of 20

How many years passed between when it was originally constructed and when it was restored?

Continue on Decatur, taking note of the businesses on the opposite side. Before you get to the intersection of Decatur and Toulouse you will find a business that quite literally would be the opposite of “Salt Shack’.

Question #15 of 20

Translate ‘Salt Shake’ into it’s antonym. Salt Shack =

Keep walking south on that side of the street until you are lined up with 527 on the other side. Turn around letting your eyes wander up. Look for a name where R and W really stand out.

Question #16 of 20

How many words can be made out of the word that these letters are found within?

Turn back around and keep heading south. Look for this symbol on a building to your left:

Question #17 of 20

What street number is associated with this building?

Keep walking south until the street number 400 is on your left. Inside these gates you'll find a mural. You will not be able to get in this gate. Thoroughly examine it.

Question #18 of 20

How many animals can be found within this picture? (Hint: If you look closely, you will notice there are 3 horses)

Across from you is a large statue that includes John Baptiste LeMoyne de Beinville. He is known as the ‘Father of New Orleans’, but the statue itself has been a hot topic over the years. While Governor, Beinville discovered a crescent bend in the Mississippi that he felt was safe from Tidal surges and hurricanes and colonized the area. Alongside him was the monk who first accompanied him and an Indian to represent the original inhabitants.

Question #19 of 20

Birds of a _______ flock together. How many are found in this monument?

Continue walking south behind this monument and cross over to the right to stay on Decatur. Use the following to solve this 2-letter answer: __ __

The first business past the visitor center is missing a letter. What letter is this? Add this letter end of the second blank

Skip two doors down and this business name has a letter replaced with a shape of something else. What letter is this? Add this letter into the first one.

Question #20 of 20

__ __= ???

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