Harahan

Named for the onetime president of the Illinois Central Railroad, James Harahan, Harahan and the adjacent communities of Elmwood, Jefferson and River Ridge are pleasant regions nestled at the bend of the Mississippi River. Although primarily residential, these areas contain a large shopping center, restaurants, industrial and office parks. The AMC Palace Theater in Elmwood is ranked #7 nationally! These areas are also home to world-renowned Ochsner Foundation Clinic and Hospital, Jefferson Parish's headquarters and the newly established University of New Orleans' Nims Center's Film Studio.

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