Museum Tour: Historic Artifacts and Gardens

Discover rare artifacts and rich history at Great River Road Museum. Explore unique exhibits, from Napoleon’s Death Mask to Mardi Gras costumes.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Great River Road Museum - Delve into the history of life along the Mississippi River from Baton Rouge to New Orleans during the 1800s. Uncover unique artifacts, oil paintings, sculptures, and narratives about plantations, steamboats, war, the Louisiana Purchase, smoking pipes, sugar cane, and the enslaved individuals.
What's Included
  • 38 Acres of Lush Gardens
  • Great River Road Museum Admission
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Open daily from 8 am to 4 pm!
Discover unique artifacts like Napoleon’s Death Mask, Lincoln’s life mask, a 1916 Rex costume, crowns and jewelry, the original Mr. Bingle, the sole 35-star American flag, sugar cane carriages and equipment, and the authentic Mardi Gras Indian costume. Admire original oil paintings of the local scenery, steamboat artworks,…

Location
The Great River Road Museum
40100 Highway 942
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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B1588bnlynnb
Sep 29, 2025
Houmas House--gracious, beautiful, rich in history, and staffed by lovely people. Don't miss this wonderful experience! - The Museum was a tremendous experience. The displays and information were outstanding, and everything is spacious and well organized. We had a 5-star lunch at the Carriage House, and a peaceful stroll through the grounds, which were absolutely beautiful! Everyone we encountered was gracious, helpful, and kind. Houmas House, with its beauty, history, delicious food, and exemplary staff, is an experience that shouldn't be missed. We can't wait to go back!!
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From $27
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).