Marian devotion
Sanctuary of Our Lady
New Orleans, Louisiana
The most important sanctuary in Louisiana.
Place: New Orleans, Louisiana
Type: Sanctuary
The Shrine of Our Lady in New Orleans, Louisiana, was founded in 1718 by French missionaries. It is the most important shrine in Louisiana.
History of the sanctuary
The shrine was built by French missionaries who arrived in Louisiana in the 18th century. The Virgin Mary is venerated as the protector of the community.
Each year, thousands of pilgrims visit the sanctuary to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption on August 15.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady in New Orleans is the most important in Louisiana (1718).
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