Housed in an 1820s French Quarter townhouse, the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum occupies the site of America’s first licensed pharmacy. The museum’s interior is filled with shelves lined with antique medicine bottles, voodoo potions, herbs, and surgical tools, alongside a vintage soda fountain. With over 18,000 items, the collection provides a detailed glimpse into the early days of medicine, showcasing the unique blend of scientific and folk healing practices. Visitors can explore this rich history and gain insight into the evolution of pharmaceutical practices.
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