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Abbeville |
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Abbeville Tourist Information Center |
Bienvenue! Located on the bayou, Abbeville boasts picturesque Cajun charm, unique cuisine, a museum, shops, and historic district tours. |
Coozan Dudley LeBlanc
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Coozan Dudley LeBlanc, an amazing Cajun entrepreneur, almost single-handedly revolutionized American product advertising. He spent millions to promote Hadacol, his alcohol-saturated, vitamin-mineral patent medicine. But before the 1950s Hadacol phenomenon, LeBlanc also made his mark on the politics of his native Louisiana. As a state legislator, he frequently clashed with the Louisiana Kingfish, Huey Long. |
Vermilion Parish Tourist Commission |
Enjoy our Cajun recipe for hospitality, perfectly seasoned with a dash of Cajun excitement. Taste for yourself Cajun life, as it was then, and is now. |
Abita Springs |
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Abita Art and Bike Rental |
Historic home offers art gallery, antiques, gifts, and bicycle rentals. Tours, catering, and group discounts! Weekends & holidays. Weekdays by appointment. |
UCM Museum |
An offbeat museum, the "you-see-em-mu-se-um," is a whimsical group of buildings displaying over 70,000 found and recycled objects by inventor/artist John Preble. |
Alexandria |
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Alexandria Zoological Park |
22 shady acres, 500 animals, 20 endangered species. See the award-winning Louisiana Habitat Exhibit. Train, gift shop, seasonal snack bar. Admission charged. |
Kent Plantation House |
Originally completed in 1800, Kent Plantation House stands today as central Louisiana's oldest structure, depicting plantation life from 1795 to 1855 with authentic outbuildings. |
River Oaks Square Arts Center |
Visual arts center in the Bolton House (1899) & new studio annex. Home to forty resident artists. Workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and special events. Admission fee. |
Angola |
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Louisiana State Penitentiary Museum |
Exhibits representing 130 years of prison life. Sight of the award-winning films Dead Man Walking and Out of Sight. |
Avery Island |
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Jungle Gardens |
Gardens - Avery Island's most spectacular feature. Camellias, azaleas, and tropical plants, when in season, form a beautiful display. |
Bastrop |
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Chemin-A-Haut State Park |
This 503-acre site takes its name from the French word meaning "high road," which was the route used by Native Americans many years ago in their seasonal migrations. Facilities include cabins, campsites, a group camp, an amphitheater, a swimming pool, a nature trail, and a conference room. |
The Rose Theatre |
One of Bastrop's most intriguing historical landmarks, The Rose was built in 1927 on the Courthouse Square. It houses the Cotton Country Players. |
Snyder Museum |
The museum features fine art, local history exhibits, beautifully landscaped grounds, seasonal art classes, and banquet facilities. Located on US Hwy 165. |
Baton Rouge |
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Argosy Casino-Baton Rouge |
Casino riverboat and entertainment complex. Over 800 slot machines/roulette/craps/blackjack/video poker room and more. Live entertainment/gift shop and three on-site restaurants. |
Blue Bayou Water Park |
Louisiana's largest water theme park offers twelve waterslides, wave pool, lazy river, gift shop, snack bars, and kiddy areas. |
Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center |
Take a unique walk into the Bluebonnet Swamp from the heart of the city. Nature trails, wildlife, educational exhibits, and a gift shop. Closed on Mondays. |
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo |
Over 1400 animals await you in a beautiful garden-like setting. A new aquarium features Louisiana fish and reptiles. Train rides. KidsZoo and more! |
Casino Rouge |
The fun never ends! In the shadows of the State Capitol, you'll find over 900 hot slots, 40 table games, a delicious buffet, and new meeting facilities. |
The Enchanted Mansion-A Doll Museum |
Enjoy rare antique dolls and exceptional one-of-a-kind dolls. Animatronics. Gift shop. Non-profit for handicapped. |
Fireside Antiques |
Largest importer of French antiques in the U.S., plus antiques from eight other European countries. 16,000-square-foot showrooms. Nationwide shipping. |
Highland Road Antiques |
Quality porcelain, glass, silver, linens, lamps, books, furniture, and more! |
Landmark Antiques Plaza, Inc. @ Catfish Town |
Ya'll come! Talk with our nice folks about antiques, collectibles, and our circa 1847 building. 33,000-square-foot multi-dealer mall. Free parking. Try our fudge with free coffee. |
Louisiana Arts & Science Center |
Features art exhibits, an Egyptian tomb and mummies, a five-car train (undergoing restoration), hands-on kids' galleries, and a simulated space station and mission control center. |
Louisiana Mud Painting Gallery |
Louisiana mud paintings by Henry Neubig depict nostalgic Louisiana using only mud and clay colors. |
Governors of Louisiana |
The lives of the chief executives of Louisiana from 1699 to the present are documented in this book of concise biographical sketches and rare illustrations. |
Louisiana State Archives |
Official repository for Louisiana historical records. Extensive genealogy research library, two exhibit halls. More than 30,000 cubic feet of archival materials. |
Louisiana State Capitol |
Tallest capitol in the nation. Art Deco-style building, completed in 1932. Observation deck on 27th floor. Site of Senator Huey Long's
assassination in 1935. |
The Louisiana Capitol: Its Art and Architecture |
Discover the history and culture that lies behind this stately Louisiana monument. |
Louisiana's Old State Capitol |
The Center for Political and Governmental History. Interactive exhibits celebrate the 150th birthday in 2000. |
LSU Museum of Natural Science |
Hall of Louisiana birds. Habitat dioramas. Mammals, reptiles, and amphibians of Louisiana. Mike the Tiger I. Inquire about our once-a-month Saturday program and guided tours. |
Magnolia Mound Plantation
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This 1790's French Creole house on a sixteen-acre
site is one of Baton Rouge's most notable eighteenth-century
structures. It features a gift shop and seasonal open-hearth cooking demonstrations.
Group rates and reservations are available. Ask about the "Beyond the Big House" tour.
Admission fee. |
The Old Arsenal Museum |
Built in 1838. Important military use in development of the Southwest, Mexican War, and Civil War. Later part of LSU. Exhibits on military
history. |
Old Governor's Mansion |
Built by Huey Long in 1930, the mansion has been recently restored and features stunning colors and furnishings from Louisiana governors. Operated by the Foundation for Historical Louisiana. Tours Tuesday-Friday from 10:00A.M.-4:00P.M. or by appointment. |
The Pentagon Barracks Museum |
Once a military post and university (circa 1819), the building was occupied by Confederate and Union troops. Exhibits of State Capitol and Huey Long. Gift shop for Louisiana products. |
Routh Illustrations |
"Places People Remember" by Stan Routh. A collection of drawings, paintings, and prints of architectural and historical landmarks of Louisiana. |
Rural Life Museum and Windrush Gardens |
Outdoor museum consisting of over twenty buildings depicting the various cultures of pre-industrial 19th century Louisiana. Twenty-five-acre
gardens feature classical statuary. |
U.S.S. Kidd |
Restored WWII destroyer. Nautical museum features ship models, artifacts, Veterans Memorial Wall, Hall of Honor, a submarine exhibit, and a gift
shop. |
Belle Chasse |
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Medal of Honor Park and Museum |
Honors all medal winners throughout the country. Main focus is on
Louisiana recipients. Military museum, garden, historical tree trail, granite monument, and picnic pavilion. |
Bentley |
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Kisatchie National Forest |
This 7-acre lake offers picnicking, swimming, fishing, hiking/biking trails, camping, and a group picnic shelter. |
Bernice |
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Bernice Depot Museum |
Restored 1899 Railroad Depot features a 1938 kids' caboose and a park. Articles and exhibits relate to the old railroad, the early town, and the parish. |
Bossier City |
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Casino Magic |
(800) 562-4425 |
Louisiana Downs |
First class live and simulcast thoroughbred racing. Video poker. Group rates. |
Boyce |
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Kisatchie National Forest |
This twenty-acre lake offers picnic areas, a hiking trail, camping areas, and a group picnic shelter. |
Kisatchie National Forest |
Kincaid Lake offers picnicking, swimming, and skiing areas, hiking/biking trails, boat launches, a picnic shelter, and camping areas. |
Kisatchie National Forest |
Louisiana's longest trail winds through thirty-one miles of pine and hardwood bottoms that become profuse with wild pink azaleas and snowy white dogwoods. |
Breaux Bridge |
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Angelle's Whiskey River Landing |
Tour the beautiful swamplands of the Atchafalaya Basin in English and French. Experience a relaxing one-and-a-half-hour tour! Live Cajun music on Sundays from 4:00P.M-8:00P.M. |
Cajun Humor from the Heart |
The denizens of Breaux Bridge provide the backdrop for author Tommy Joe Breaux's humorous book.An audiocassette is also available. |
de la Houssaye's Swamp Tours |
Take a boat tour into Louisiana's largest nesting area of wading birds. All tours depart from Lake Martin Landing and are guided by Marcus de la Houssaye. |
Lake Martin Swamp Eco Tour |
A photographer/birder paradise. See huge gators, visit Louisiana's largest wading bird rookery, and admire the beautiful old-growth cypress tupelo swamp. |
Thibodeaux's Swamp Tours |
Located five miles south of Breaux Bridge, the tour allows visitors to view one of the largest bird sanctuaries in the U.S.,
nineteen-foot gators, and a virgin cypress swamp. Houseboat rentals
and fishing. A photographer's dream! |
Bridge City |
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Bridge City Gumbo Festival |
Enjoy Cajun food, games, rides, the 5K Bridge Run, gumbo cooking contest, arts and crafts, and continuous live entertainment. Free admission and parking. |
Buras |
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Fort Jackson |
Built in 1822, under Gen. Andrew Jackson, the site offers an annual War
Between the States re-enactment and encampment, picnic facilities, walking tours, and a museum. Listed on the National Register. |
Bush |
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Pontchartrain Vineyards |
A beamed French Provincial/Old World tasting room and terrace overlooking hillside vineyards. Fifty minutes from New Orleans. Award-winning table
wines. |
Chalmette |
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Chalmette Battlefield Unit, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve |
Site of the January 8, 1815, Battle of New Orleans, where a diversity of Americans fought and won over British troops. Visitor Center, tour road, and National Cemetery. |
Charenton |
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Cypress Bayou Casino |
Louisiana's loose and easy casino with blackjack, craps, roulette, big six, reel slots, and video poker. Three great restaurants, free valet parking, and free drinks for players. |
Chatham |
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Caney Creek Lake State Park |
Situated on a premier trophy bass-fishing lake, Caney Creek Lake State Park offers camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, and an ideal spot to launch biking expeditions. |
Church Point |
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Le Vieux Moulin (The Old Mill) |
Located on Scenic Hwy. 35, this is the most unique Cajun gift shop around. Find fine arts, Louisiana-made products, jewelry, quilts, live Cajun music, and tourist information. |
Clinton |
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Casa de Sue Winery and Vineyards |
Casa de Sue, Louisiana's first licensed winery, is off the beaten path and well worth the trip to savor fine wine and beautiful Cajun artwork. |
Classic Auto Exhibition Hall |
Don Laughlin's classic car collection showcases more than seventy rare and historic automobiles. |
Collinston |
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Kalorama Nature Preserve |
Native plants, birds, butterflies, and habitat preservation and restoration. Old forest on steep slopes. Guided tours only. Admission fee $5. |
Columbia |
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Martin Homeplace |
A Historical and Folk Art Museum in a National Register house, circa 1978, with an old-fashioned garden. Lunch served on Thursdays. Group tours welcome any day. |
Schepis Museum |
A historic steamboat town, Columbia was settled on the Ouachita River in the 1830s. This State Main Street Community has been revived and focuses on the river. |
Crowley |
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Crowley Historic District |
The Rice Capital of America is the home of over 200 structures on the National Register of Historic Places and features monthly Cajun and country music nights and the Rice Festival. |
Crystal Rice Plantation |
The Blue Rose Museum. See antique cars and take the Rice and Crawfish Farm Tour all in one location. The plantation is located five miles south of I-10 on Highway 13, twenty minutes from Lafayette. |
Crown Point |
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Bayou Barn Cajun Canoeing and Dancing |
Cajun parties on the bayou with a large covered pavilion. Open dance every Sunday. Cajun buffet, live music, canoeing, and swamp tours. Open for private parties, groups, and conventions by reservation. |
Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour |
Only twenty minutes from New Orleans! Experience the exotic plant and animal life of this fascinating swampland. Tours are narrated by a native guide. Covered boat, restrooms, and snacks. |
Lil' Cajun Swamp Tours |
Come pass a good time with a true Cajun, Capt. Cyrus, and the alligators in the swamp of Lafitte and Barataria. Restrooms on boat. |
Louisiana Swamp Tours |
See more gators! Only forty minutes from the French Quarter. The history and culture of the Cajuns of the bayou abound. Tour boats, airboats, and combo tours are available. Groups welcome. Hotel transportation available. |
Cypremort Point |
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Cypremort Point State Park |
Offering sailing, fishing, picnicking, beach swimming, restrooms, and a unique marsh environment, Cypremort Point State Park is an ideal place to spend the day on the water. |
Darrow |
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Houmas House Plantation and Gardens |
This 1840 Greek Revival mansion is furnished with period antiques. Tour by costumed guide. Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte starring Bette Davis, was filmed here. Admission. French. |
River Road African American Museum and Gallery |
The museum exhibits art and artifacts relating to the history and culture of African Americans in Louisiana. |
Tezcuco Plantation |
Visit this antebellum Greek Revival mansion, circa 1855. Grounds include gardens, a chapel, dollhouse, commissary, Civil War museum, antique and gift shop, and a restaurant. |
Denham Springs |
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Historic District and Antique Village |
This Main Street City has twenty-five antique shops/malls, restaurants, a coffee shop, gifts, and collectibles. See Old City Hall and entertainment in Train Station Park. |
Live Oak Antiques |
English containers arrive every other month at fantastic prices. Supplier of hardware for furniture restoration. |
Mothers and Daughters Antiques, Collectibles and Gifts |
Furniture and Victorian dolls have quality and prices that will surprise you. Tea sets, tea pots, oil lamps, silver, china, jewelry, and more. |
Painted Lady Antique Shoppe |
Take a nostalgic stroll through fine antiques and collectibles in this, one of twenty multi-dealer antique shops located in Antique Village. Tour buses welcomed. |
DeQuincy |
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DeQuincy Railroad Museum |
Vintage caboose, steam engine, and mechanical watchmakers exhibits. Artifacts in 1923 KCS Depot. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Free admission. Groups welcome. Parking available. |
No Man's Land:
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To people in Spain the words el camino real mean "the road to the king." In America the El Camino Real was an important road that began in Mexico City, where the king's representative would be, and ended at the north end of Front Street in Natchitoches, Louisiana. No Man's Land: A History of El Camino Real explores the history of the road, as well as its political and cultural importance. |
Des Allemands |
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Airboat Tours by Arthur Matherne, Inc. |
Come take a ride on the Wild Side! Airboats run on swamps, marsh, and dry land. Personalized tours in fan boats, seats six or fifteen. USCG Captains. Call for an appointment. |
Bayou Gauche Airboat Swamp Tours |
Airboat adventure, wildlife galore, 14,000-acre "private" estate. Rare floton marsh and moss-covered cypress swamp. Limo/bus/drive-up. |
Destrehan |
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Destrehan Plantation |
Located only eight miles from the New Orleans airport, the plantation was built in 1787. See the magnificent live oaks and visit the museum store. |
Donaldsonville |
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Historic Donaldsonville Museum |
Located in the heart of Donaldsonville's Historic District, the museum features artifacts dating from the 1800s to the 1950s. |
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