Michelle B.
12/8/2017
I finally found this statue when I was walking around with my bestie, Steve I. And his family after seeing the Christmas lights turn on at the Roosevelt hotel! We walked by it and I had to take a...
Ignatius J Reilly Statue
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819 Canal St
New Orleans, LA 70112
Located in the heart of New Orleans, the Ignatius J Reilly Statue commemorates the iconic protagonist from John Kennedy Toole's novel, A Confederacy of Dunces. Ignatius J. Reilly is a unique character known for his eccentricities and misadventures in the vibrant city of New Orleans.
This statue serves as a tribute to the beloved literary figure, attracting fans of the novel and visitors interested in exploring the rich cultural history of the Southern United States. A must-see for book enthusiasts and those seeking a glimpse into the quirky world of Ignatius J. Reilly.
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Lesley L.
7/6/2018
It was cool finding this statue after breakfast at the nearby Bourbon House. Now I really want to read the book, which I've had on my bookshelves for a while. The statue is in front of a hotel,...
Hungry F ..
9/11/2019
Great rendering of the character, Ignatius J Reilly, from John Kennedy Toole's one and only novel A Confederacy of Dunces
John L. H.
1/9/2013
"I suspect that I am the result of particularly weak conception on the part of my father. His sperm was probably emitted in a rather offhand manner." Ignatius J. Reilly For years I was told that...
Maria E.
6/3/2015
I love this book so the fact that there's a statue I can visit to pay homage to this piece of literature is great. As a little background, Ignatius is the protagonist of A Confederacy of Dunces...
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