Art
John McCrady
One of the best-known twentieth-century southern artists, John McCrady studied and worked in New Orleans, where he established an influential art school.
Late-20th Century
Late-20th Century Index
Art
John Scott
John T. Scott, raised in New Orleans's Ninth Ward, is best known for his vibrantly colored kinetic art.
Music
Johnny Wiggs
Johnny Wiggs was a Jewish traditional jazz cornetist from New Orleans.
Sports & Recreation
Johnny Wright
New Orleans native Johnny Wright was one of the first African American baseball players to sign with the Brooklyn Dodgers, but he never reached the major leagues.
Music
Jolie Blonde
Arguably the most famous Cajun song of all time, "Jolie Blonde" began as a folk melody in French Louisiana.
Art
Jonathan Traviesa
Photographer Jonathan Traviesa has made New Orleans his home and subject since the late 1990s, capturing the city with his sensitive, personal, and often whimsical style.
Music
Joseph Butler
Joseph Butler was a jazz bass player frequently heard at Preservation Hall in New Orleans's French Quarter.
History
Josephine Louise Le Monnier Newcomb
Benefactor of Newcomb College whose life was marked by grief and whose legacy was marked with conflict
Art
Josephine Sacabo
Known for her intimite, stylized photography, Josephine Sacabo principally has lived in New Orleans, citing the citys unique ambiance as a muse.
Art
Joshua Mann Pailet
Joshua Mann Pailet is recognized as both an art photographer and the owner/director of A Gallery of Fine Photography in New Orleans.
Art
Juan José Calandria and Challis Walker Calandria
Juan José Calandria and Challis Walker Calandria were prominent painters, sculptors, art teachers, and diplomats in New Orleans in the latter half of the twentieth century.
History
Judaism in Louisiana
Jewish people have greatly contributed to Louisiana’s culture and economy as philanthropists, civic and educational leaders, business owners, and art patrons.
