art presented by the Foundation. The festivities typically take place in Lafayette Square and showcase artists like Little Freddie King. Treme' Creole Gumbo Festival and Congo Square Rhythms Festival - the Treme’ Creole Gumbo Festival and the Congo Square Rhythms Festival are admission free festivals presented by the Foundation, and are typically held in Armstrong Park. In 2019 the Congo Square Rhythms Festival took place simultaneously; therefore, the two could work together to increase their impact on the city. African Drumming, Jazz, Funk and Gospel are among the performances that represent the African diaspora's cultural impact on New Orleans. Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival - an admission free festival presented by the Foundation that focuses on Cajun and Zydeco music and takes place in the Spring at Armstrong Park. Much like other Foundation festivals, local art, food and entertainment are showcased at this annual two-day event. Vendors sell seafood, especially crawfish, while art markets and youth activities are available. Johnny Jackson Jr. Gospel Is Alive Celebration - an outreach program for senior citizens in New Orleans. The concert is admission free and held at the Franklin Avenue Baptist Church. Foundation board member, Johnny Jackson Jr. supported this specific concert from its onset in 1990. It was eventually named after him in honor of his support. Past performers have included the Gospel Soul Children and Rance Allen. Each year Gospel Is Alive! recognizes those who have contributed to the gospel community in a significant way. See also List of jazz festivals French Quarter Festival Satchmo SummerFest References External links New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival official site New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation official site Comprehensive information at Festival Archive Billboard review of 2008 fest by Philip Booth Fair Grounds Race Course Jazz festivals in Louisiana Music festivals established in 1970 Music festivals in Louisiana Music of New Orleans Tourist attractions in New Orleans Festivals in New Orleans