Located one mile east of Woodville, this was the 1810 family home of Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederate States of America, and the only Davis-built home surviving. Originally designated 'Poplar Grove,' the cottage was renamed after the rose garden planted by Davis' mother; some of her bushes still bloom beside the porch. The home, which remained in the Davis family for 100 years, has been restored and is open for public touring. Many family furnishings remain in the home, including a four-poster bed, and several family portraits. An original oil chandelier, circa 1843, hangs in the central hallA family cemetery is located near the house. Open Monday through Friday.
Location:
Highway 24 East, Woodville Mississippi 39669
Telephone
601-888-6809
Other History nearby:
(St Francisville) Centenary State Commemorative Area
(Natchez) Dunleith
(Natchez) House on Ellicott's Hill
(Natchez) Longwood
(Natchez) Magnolia Hall
(Natchez) Monmouth
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04/19 Coming to The Woodville 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.
Louisiana Peach Fest Ruston LA June21-22 The fun begins on Friday in Ruston’s historic Railroad Park at 6:30 p.m. with Dixie Tradition, followed by a return festival appearance by Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band at 8:30 p.m.
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.
Cracklin Festival Port Barre LA November8 This festival is held in November in Port Barre. Four days of fun include family entertainment, Cajun and Country music, food, cooking contests, arts and crafts, and a parade.
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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