Louisiana Whitney Plantation Historical Tour
Discover The History Of Enslaved Lives At Whitney Plantation On A Guided Tour From Louisiana
Louisiana
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Whitney Plantation in Historic Wallace, Louisiana
- • Enjoy A 5.5 Hour Guided Tour of Plantation Country
- • Visit Louisiana's Most Unique Slave History Museum
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Experience the deep-rooted history of Louisiana with a memorable visit to the Whitney Plantation. This captivating tour offers an enriching 5.5-hour round trip to the renowned plantation, where stories of the past come alive. With convenient transportation provided, exploring this historic site has never been easier or more engaging.
During the tour, immerse yourself in a 75-minute self-guided audio walking experience that reveals the poignant stories of enslaved people who toiled on a Louisiana sugar plantation. The narratives, drawn from actual oral histories recorded by the Federal Writers Project during the Great Depression, provide unique insights into their lives and struggles. Discover the fascinating architecture of the plantation, including the last surviving example of a true French Creole barn and the oldest detached kitchen in Louisiana. Each step through the restored buildings, memorial artwork, and insightful exhibits brings forth the voices and resilience of those who lived and worked at Whitney Plantation.
The Whitney Plantation tour makes for an unforgettable gift for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of Louisiana's past. Share the experience of learning and reflection that this unique tour provides, offering a thoughtful present that is both educational and moving. Don't miss the chance to give someone special the opportunity to connect with history in a meaningful way.
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Experience Overview:
N’awlins Luxury: Whitney Plantation Tour With TransportationTake a 5.5 hour round-trip tour down to Plantation Country and explore Whitney Museum Plantation. During the 75-minute self-guided audio walking tour, visitors will gain a unique perspective on the lives of the enslaved people on a Louisiana sugar plantation, learning their stories through the real oral histories recorded by the Federal Writers Project during the Depression.
What's included:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 75-minute self-guided audio walking tour of Whitney Plantation
- Driver/guide
Not included:
- Food and drinks
What to expect:
Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Whitney Plantation
5099 Louisiana Highway 18, Wallace, 70049-2803, Louisiana
Whitney Plantation is on the National Register of Historic Places. The site includes the last surviving example of a true French Creole barn, what is believed to be the oldest detached kitchen in Louisiana, and the Big House, considered the earliest and best preserved raised Creole cottage in Louisiana - all built by slaves. With the original structures nestled in a working sugar cane field, visitors are sure to marvel at the authentic representation presented at Whitney. Through these restored buildings, museum exhibits, memorial artwork, and thousands of first-person slave narratives, Whitney Plantation gives a voice and respect to the slaves, who lived, worked, and died there.
2 hours, 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Please provide hotel pickup information.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Nawlins Luxury Tours
Product SKU: US-16321-0005
Louisiana Whitney Plantation Audio Tour Experience
Louisiana
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Explore Whitney Plantation in Historic Wallace, Louisiana
- • Enjoy A 5.5 Hour Guided Tour of Plantation Country
- • Visit Louisiana's Most Unique Slave History Museum
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