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Destrehan Plantation

Is one of the oldest plantation homes in the lower Mississippi Valley. The central portion of the house was built 1787-90, and the wings, or garconnieres, were added about 1812. The main living quarters are on the second floor to protect them from seasonal floods. An unusual high-peaked roof is a West Indian style that allows better air circulation.

Visitors can observe the continuing restoration of the exterior Creek-style architecture and explore the various outbuildings.

Location: 13034 River Rd, Destrehan Louisiana 70047 Telephone 985-764-9315

Other History nearby:
(New Orleans)
Cabildo of the Louisiana State Museum
(Morgan City)
Cypress Manor/Mardi Gras Museum
(Destrehan)
Destrehan Plantation
(New Orleans)
Fort Pike State Historic Site
(New Orleans)
French Quarter
(Gretna)
German-American Cultural Center

02/03 Coming to The Destrehan area
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival New Orleans LA April25 The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, a/k/a Jazz Fest, is a 10-day cultural feast in which thousands of musicians, cooks and craftspeople welcome 500,000 visitors each year. There are two main components: the Louisiana Heritage Fair and the Ev ening Concert Series. The Lousiana Heritage Fair is the signature feature of the Festival, showcasing unforgettable music on 12 stages, delicious Louisiana cuisine in two large food areas, and crafts artisans from the region and around the world demonstrating and selling their work.
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival Breaux Bridge LA May3-5 The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival has become one of the largest gatherings of world famous Cajun, Zydeco and Swamp Pop musicians and plays host to over 30 bands on three stages during the three-day festival.
Gulfport Music Festival Gulfport MS May10-11 Huge weekend music festival featuring headliner entertainment, food booths, and more!
Le Festival de la Viande Boucanee Ville Platte LA June29-30 This festival, which translates into the "Smoked Meat Festival", has a World Championship Cookoff, culinary demos, Cajun smokehouse in action, and Cajun Heritage exhibitions. Thirty hours of non-stop music are also an attraction of the festival.
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Pepper Festival St Martinville LA September14-15 This annual festival, usually taking place on the third Sunday of October, celebrates the pepper industry in Louisiana. Benefits kids, and attractions include Cajun food, bands, and a Poker Run. One day only. Call or write for dates and times.


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