Maple Leaf Bar

The Maple Leaf's story begins with a working band, not a celebrity cameo. Andrew Hall's Society Jazz Band played its opening night on February 24, 1974, then returned on Saturdays for seven years. The Oak Street room went on to become a home for New Orleans music across generations, with James Booker, Rebirth Brass Band and George Porter Jr. among the names in its history. Its importance lies as much in those repeated local relationships as in the famous visitors.

The venue is at 8316 Oak Street in New Orleans. Confirm an accessible arrival route and parking arrangements with the bar before travelling if either is essential.

A detailed current bag-size policy was not found in the official sources reviewed. Confirm bags, medical items and storage with the venue before attending.

Use the current event listing for doors, age restrictions and the evening's lineup. Historic residencies are part of the room's story, but an old weekly-night description is not a guarantee of tonight's programme.