Crepe canopy July 26, 2017 12:30 PM | Paula Burch-Celentano pburch@tulane.edu View PDF A crepe myrtle tree outside Hebert Hall frames a scene on Gibson Quad. Native to warmer climates in Asia, northern Australia and the Pacific Islands, crepe myrtles are a popular ornamental tree in the local landscape. Other Related Articles Cowen Institute awarded grant to create the New Orleans College & Career Attainment Network Photo recap: Unified Commencement Ceremony honors Class of 2024 Tulane recognizes distinguished cohort of 2024 graduates during Tulane 34 Awards Ceremony Unforgettable moments at Wave Weekend ’23 White Coat Ceremony celebrates, welcomes first-year medical students