Lincoln Beach

Lincoln Beach, located at 13904 Hayne Boulevard in New Orleans, Louisiana, is a historic tourist attraction with a rich cultural significance. Established in the early 1900s as a recreational area for African Americans, Lincoln Beach featured amusement rides, games, restaurants, a swimming pool, and live music performances by renowned musicians.

Closed since 1964, the site has deteriorated over time due to lack of maintenance and hurricane impacts, resulting in unsafe conditions. In response to community proposals, a Master Plan is being developed by Sasaki, Inc. to revitalize Lincoln Beach. Community engagement meetings are ongoing to gather input on the future of the site.

The City of New Orleans is prioritizing quality of life issues and aims to address immediate needs at Lincoln Beach through construction contracts scheduled for the first quarter of 2024. Access to the site is currently prohibited, but unauthorized use has been observed. The Site Assessment report provides details on the condition of the beach and necessary mitigation activities.

For more information on the Lincoln Beach Redevelopment Master Plan, inquiries can be directed to Cheryn Robles at crobles@nola.gov. NOLA 311 serves as a resource for local government information and non-emergency services, ensuring a prompt and professional customer service experience for residents, visitors, and businesses.