New Orleans, Louisiana: Fats Domino's Waterlogged Piano
Fats Domino's baby grand piano was a wreck after Hurricane Karina flooded his home in 2005. It was restored and put on display in 2017.
New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint
- Address:
- 400 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA
- Directions:
- New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint. On the south side of Esplanade Ave. just before it reaches Elysian Fields Ave. and the Mississippi River.
- Hours:
- Tu-Su 10-4:30 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 504-568-6993
- Admission:
- Free
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Fat's Domino's Waterlogged Piano was restored by the Louisiana State Museum and the Louisiana Museum Foundation by removing the mold, mildew, and rust (which required a complete disassembly). The restored instrument now resides in an exhibit about music at the Old U.S. Mint. In addition, you can see instruments played by Dr. John and Louis Armstrong.
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