Destrehan Plantation 13034 River Road, Destrehan, LA 70047
About the Business
Destrehan Plantation, located at 13034 River Road in Destrehan, Louisiana, is a museum, store, and tourist attraction that offers a unique and immersive experience into the history of the antebellum South. Closed in observance of Easter Sunday, the plantation reopens with normal business hours the following day.
Established in 1787 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Destrehan Plantation is the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley. The plantation offers downloadable audio tours in multiple languages, allowing visitors to learn about the lives of both the plantation owners and the enslaved individuals who played a vital role in its history.
Visitors can explore the French and Spanish Colonial periods, the grandeur of the sugar barons, the ravages of the Civil War, and the reconstruction era. The plantation was home to Marie Celeste Robin de Logny and her husband Jean Noel Destrehan, a prominent sugar producer and key figure in Louisiana Statehood.
Notable events in history, such as the 1811 Slave Revolt trial and the establishment of the Rost Home Colony during the Civil War, took place at Destrehan Plantation. The site offers a rich history of Louisiana, showcasing the cultural and economic significance of the region during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Surrounded by lush green grounds and moss-draped Live Oaks along the Mississippi River, Destrehan Plantation provides a picturesque setting for visitors to step back in time and explore the complexities of plantation life. As part of the River Road Historical Society, the plantation continues to preserve and educate visitors about the unique history of the area.
Whether you are interested in learning about the lives of plantation owners, the experiences of enslaved individuals, or the broader historical context of the region, Destrehan Plantation offers a comprehensive and engaging experience for all who visit.
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Location & Phone number
13034 River Rd, Destrehan, LA 70047, United States
Hours open
Monday:
09:00 - 16:30
Tuesday:
09:00 - 16:30
Wednesday:
09:00 - 16:30
Thursday:
09:00 - 16:30
Friday:
09:00 - 17:30
Saturday:
09:00 - 17:30
Sunday:
09:00 - 17:30
Reviews
"Absolutely breathtaking property. Alan was our tour guide for the guided tour and he did a wonderful job, you can tell he really loves what he does. Knowledgeable and personable. He also told us where we could go in the area for lunch and a few other things to do. Gift shop has some nice items as well. This place is a gem."
"Great tour guide gave loads of information. We were able to walk around on our own after the tour. Very nice grounds."
"The plantation is lovely. We went on Saturday 4/3 and took the 1pm tour. The staff were nice and welcoming. Our guide Allen (I think) was knowledgeable and informative. He gave a lot of information but was short, precise and interactive. I appreciated that. We asked questions and he knew the answers. We visited some out buildings but sadly couldn’t explore the whole plantation because it started raining cats and dogs. We went into another exhibit about slave revolt and there was Ms. Julie who was the guide there or facilitator. She seemed very passionate about the subject and very knowledgeable. Having said that she started talking like a boring professor and looked at us like unruly students. We were literally sitting/standing there looking at her afraid of getting in trouble. We had another engagement but her train would not come to a station that we could get off at! She was going hour by hour of the slave revolt. We quite literally had to make an escape. She turned to the last of our group and said with disdain “ you have to leave?” Yes ma’am thinking I’ll get in trouble for leaving the classroom!!? My goodness! I took a star off because of that. While I appreciate the knowledge, I appreciate keeping it short, interesting and precise even more. Also if we are not interesting in knowing that many details, we should not be made to feel guilty. Allen told us shortly about the slave revolt and it was wonderful. That was the main tour and we enjoyed that thoroughly. The forced lecture - not so much! This plantation is closest to French quarter at about it 30 min and the price is acceptable. I would highly recommend it but steer clear of Ms. Julie unless you have an hour or two extra to spare !"
"Very nice tour throughout this beautiful plantation. Clint, our guide, did a wonderful job. He really knew all the facts. Well manicured grounds. Huge beautiful oak trees everywhere. $26 for adults, $24 for seniors."
"Great information, very interactive, and Beverly was very engaging. Worth every penny to see this place! They had an entire museum dedicated to the slave revolt, including a list of all the names of slaves that were there. Slavery played a prominent role in this home, and it was discussed well, not glossed over, or made to look like it was not a big deal."
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