• Destrehan Plantation - Our knowledgeable historical interpreters, dressed in period costumes, will share captivating stories about the lives of both free and enslaved individuals who resided on the plantation. Following the tour, visitors can enjoy a folk-life demonstration and explore the grounds and dependency buildings at their own pace. These include a slave cabin featuring an enslaved registry, an overseer’s cabin with our 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit, an outdoor kitchen, a washroom, a trapper’s cabin, and our Legacy Room, which displays original documents and artifacts from the family members.

• Guided Tour by Costumed Guides
• Gift Shop
• Lunch
• Folk-Life Demonstration

Explore a significant and poignant chapter of Louisiana’s past with the immersive 1811 Slave Revolt Experience at Destrehan Plantation. Travel back to the night when hundreds of enslaved individuals bravely risked everything for freedom in the largest slave uprising in U.S. history. Traverse the grounds where rebellion once resonated through the cane fields, and listen to the authentic stories of bravery, resistance, fear, and survival that transformed the region forever. Through compelling storytelling and meticulously researched historical accounts, visitors will discover the hidden truths of plantation life and the courageous individuals who opposed unimaginable oppression in 1811 Louisiana. Experience gripping narratives, crafted to educate, inspire, and leave a lasting impact. Ideal for history enthusiasts seeking an extraordinary New Orleans experience. Walk the grounds where rebellion emerged. Reserve your unforgettable journey into the shadows of 1811 at Destrehan Plantation today.

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