Where culture

attracts investment

A stage at a Louisiana cultural event with a band performing, a crowd with hands raised, and banners displaying Louisiana Cultural Districts and ABBTA.

Neighborhoods with strong cultural identity see higher residential retention & attraction rates because people stay rooted in places that reflect their values and traditions.

Culture Can Be The ‘light’ In Vacancy

Communities with active cultural networks (block clubs, churches, artist circles) are 30–40% more likely to keep properties maintained, creating ripple effects of stability.

Culture Attracts

Homes Harbor Tradition

Culture Makes Community Stable

When culture is woven into housing policy (artist lofts, heritage districts, creative mixed-use spaces), neighborhoods experience lower turnover rates and higher property reinvestment.

VALUE

Map of Lake Forest Cultural District proposed area in New Orleans, with various cultural districts, landmarks, and streets marked, including Lake Forest Elementary School, Bayou Phoenix, and East New Orleans Regional Library.

Download Proposed Map of Lake Forest Cultural District

2025 LA Office of Cultural Districts APPLICATION SUBMISSION

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We’re in the News.

Lake Forest Cultural District Article in The Advocate

Read The Article

Letter of request from Palesa Development addressed to Councilman Oliver Thomas and the City of New Orleans, discussing strategic investments, cultural development, and community engagement.

Final LA Cultural District 2025 Letter of Request District E City of New Orleans Lake Forest Cultural District Designation

Letter on Palesade Development letterhead dated May 23, 2025, addressed to the Office of Cultural Development, discussing support for cultural districts and community development in New Orleans.

Submission LA Cultural District 2025 Letter of Interest City of New Orleans Lake Forest Cultural District Designation