Saint Augustine Catholic Church

Andrea F

What an impressive church! I am not religious myself, but have a high regard for those who are. This is listed on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail because of it's historical beginnings. It is the oldest church in Louisiana, during a period when Catholicism was the only allowed religion in Louisiana. From the beginning, people of color had to fight for space in religion and a Battle of the Pew was started. In the end, people of color owned three pews per one white pew and there were pews designated for the enslaved in the back. The day I went, a person of color was leading the service. There was a nice mix of white and people of color in the audience. The auditorium is closed for repairs right now. Everyone seemed accepting. The Tomb of the Unknown Slave is along the side of this church. It isn't as fancy as St Louis Cathedral. It is in the Treme and set away from the Quarter. They do have a parking lot in back.

StephanOnAir

The gospel mass was amazing, thank you so much! For everyone visiting: please make sure you dress appropriately and have some cash for donations with you. The mass is currently being held in the hall next to the parking lot, not in the actual church.

Giacomo Betta

Typical and suggestive mass, with music and choir. An experience absolutely to try. You can feel the real southern atmosphere.

Ena A

We were disappointed because no gospel choir on Wednesday.