The drum circle at Congo Square is a tradition that goes way back. Congo Square, located directly behind the French Quarter is where enslaved Africans were allowed to congregate and express themselves in the form of music and dance. New Orleans Walks Walking Tours will take you into the story of how Congo Square has impacted the world. What developed in Congo Square could not happened anywhere else.
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