📜 First plantation museum in the U.S. to focus on enslaved people's lives. 🏛️ Preserves over a dozen historical structures, some on National Register. 🔍 Located on a historic sugar, indigo, and rice plantation operating from 1752-1975. # Why Go 🏛️ Only plantation museum in Louisiana exclusively focused on slavery. 🚶‍♀️ Self-guided audio tours available in six languages. 🖼️ Features outside art, sculptures, and memorials like the Wall of Honor. 📚 Conducts original research on African-American history. # Why Avoid 🚗 Ride-sharing services (Uber/Lyft) not readily available for return trips. ☔ Tours operate rain or shine, mostly outside, prepare for weather. # Tips ⌚ Plan for a minimum of two hours for a full experience. 👟 Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes for gravel paths. 🦟 Bring bug spray, sunscreen, or sunglasses as needed. # Cost 💰 Self-guided adults $25, children 6-18 $11. Guided adults $32, children 6-18 $15. Under 6 and local residents free. # Hours 🕒 Daily 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., last entry 3:00 p.m. Closed Tuesdays and select holidays. # 🅿️ Parking Plenty of on-site parking, including for large vehicles and handicapped spaces. # 🍽️ Dining No restaurant on site, gift shop sells drinks and light snacks. Picnic area available.