The Sliver by the River is a nickname for the area of New Orleans, Louisiana, closest to the Mississippi River, which escaped major flooding after Hurricane Katrina hit the city on August 29, 2005.[1][2] It exists on higher ground, the natural levee built up by centuries of flooding before there was human settlement. It generally corresponds to the mid-19th-century Crescent City nickname for the city.

After people returned to New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, many settled in this area.[3] In this area are many businesses and historic homes which survived the hurricane.[4] This area also saw more redevelopment following the hurricane, while other (usually poorer) areas saw little investment.[5]

The Sliver by the River included parts or all of the Bywater, Faubourg Marigny, French Quarter, Warehouse District, Garden District, Uptown, and Carrollton neighborhoods of New Orleans.

References

  1. ↑ "In New Orleans, Home Is Still Far Away". Los Angeles Times. 2006-02-26. Retrieved 2023-06-14.
  2. ↑ International, Living on Earth / World Media Foundation / Public Radio. "Living on Earth: Racism and NOLA's Recovery". Living on Earth. Retrieved 2023-06-14.
  3. ↑ "New Orleans Tours Include Hurricane Ruin". Retrieved 2023-06-14.
  4. ↑ Here you'll find the historic houses, most of the nightclubs and restaurants, supermarkets and home supply centers.
  5. ↑ "Very few takers for loans to rebuild New Orleans". The New York Times. 2006-03-06. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-01-31.
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