Andrew Jackson Hotel

Historical marker location:

919 Royal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana

( Marker is on Royal Steet south of St Philip Street, on the right when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 1965

The Louisiana Hayride, a radio show that was broadcast from Shreveport, Louisiana, helped launch the careers of several famous musicians, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams. The show ran from 1948 to 1960 and was known for its promotion of country and rockabilly music.