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Whitney Plantation - Slavery Exhibits: Explore the various exhibits that focus on the lives of the enslaved people who lived and worked on the Whitney Plantation. These exhibits include original buildings, slave cabins, memorials, and artwork that aim to convey the harsh realities of slavery.
Wall of Honor: Take a moment to visit the Wall of Honor, which displays the names of more than 350 enslaved individuals who lived on the plantation. This tribute helps personalize their stories and allows visitors to reflect on the human impact of slavery.
Memorial Artwork: The museum features thought-provoking memorial artwork, such as the “Field of Angels” sculpture, which represents the estimated 2,200 enslaved children who died in St. John the Baptist Parish.
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Dive into the engaging and intricate past of New Orleans with our distinctive dual tour which merges a trip to the Whitney Plantation with our Metropolitan Culture City Tour. Embark on an extraordinary exploration that reveals the differing worlds of city and plantation slavery, whilst honoring the persistence and cultural safeguarding deeply ingrained in New Orleans. Our unique dual tour welcomes you to investigate the profound historic importance of the Whitney Plantation, providing an insightful look into the fierce realities of plantation slavery. Behold the residues of the bygone era and listen to the tales of those who suffered unfathomable atrocities.
As the journey proceeds, plunge into the dynamic metropolitan culture of New Orleans with our historical city tour. From the origin of jazz in Congo Square to the lively second line parades, understand how city slavery enabled the sustenance of rich traditions, including black Mardi Gras Indians, Secondlines and the iconic Treme neighborhood.
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