Josie Arlington

1864–1914 (age 50)

businesswoman

Biography

Josie Arlington transformed a business enterprise into a landmark institution, building a reputation for hospitality and refined enterprise in New Orleans. Her name became synonymous with a certain elegance and service that drew patrons from across the region.

Though her occupation was often misunderstood, Arlington’s entrepreneurial spirit and civic pride left a lasting imprint on the city’s social and economic landscape.