Ignatius

Which local radio celebrity was the model for this statue? Sculpted by William Ludwig, Ignatius J Reilly was installed on Canal Street on October 17, 1996. ‪

Answer: Spud McConnell

Joanie on the Pony

 

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the gilded statue on Decatur?! Now’s your chance! This Saturday I’m going to be talking about Joanie on the Pony at Salon de Jeanne D’Arc (http://stjoankrewe.blogspot.com/)! And I’ll have copies of Statuesque New Orleans available for purchase and will personalize.

Where: Loyola University New Orleans Danna Student Center, Audubon Room, 2nd floor.
When: September 20th, 11:45 am – 12:15 pm