Jean Lafitte's Blacksmith shop is located in the heart of the "Vieux Carre" (Old Quarter) at 941 Bourbon Street. The pirate Jean Lafitte nor his brother ever stepped foot in this building, that is local legend. The exact date of this structure is unknown, but the construction is typical of buildings during the period of 1730-1845. Historically covered in plaster, the briquette entre poteaux (brick between posts) construction has been left exposed. The Vieux Carre Commission requires the owners to maintain necessary repairs to preserve the structure. Hopefully, this National Landmark will be around for another 250+ years.