Living History Museum · Est. 1787
Meet the family in the portraits — and the people who built the house around them.
Two hundred and thirty-seven years of live oaks and river light, and a house that still has stories to tell.
Dates and pricing below are sourced from the current live site (as of August 1, 2026); a couple of events not yet scheduled for their next occurrence are marked as such.
OCT · TBA
NOV 14–15
NOV 28–DEC 31
DEC 13
MAR 13–14
APR 15
Guided tours of the main house and enslaved cabin.
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The Mule Barn, ready for ceremonies and receptions.
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Festivals and living-history days, year-round.
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Local artisan goods and the Indigo Cafe.
Browse →
The people who built and ran this plantation, told by name.
Read the History →
On-site cottages for overnight stays.
See Cottages →"The best plantation tour in Louisiana!"
— TripAdvisor traveler review
"Destrehan Plantation was easily the best vendor I worked with and would gladly recommend them to any bride looking for a venue."
— Emily S., wedding review
"I planned my wedding for two years, but it took only two months for me to decide my wedding had to be held at Destrehan Plantation."
— Chantell S., wedding review
"You'll be introduced by name, not just to the people in the portraits, but to those who made this plantation thrive."
Two dedicated exhibits, the 1811 German Coast Uprising and the Rost Home Colony, and a name for every person enslaved here.
Read the full history →Since 1968, the River Road Historical Society has preserved this site and the buildings along River Road. Your gift supports exhibits, education programs, and restoration.
Donate →13034 River Road, Destrehan, LA 70047 — about 10 minutes from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).