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Historical Sites

Explore the histories and mysteries of West Feliciana Parish!

One of the most notable sites is the Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site, which features a Greek Revival mansion and beautiful gardens. The Myrtles Plantation, often called one of America’s most haunted homes, is also located in West Feliciana Parish and offers tours to visitors. Other historical sites include the Port Hudson State Historic Site, which played a pivotal role in the Civil War, and the Centenary State Historic Site, a former college campus turned museum that showcases the history of Louisiana Methodism. Finally, the West Feliciana Historical Society Museum tells the story or St. Francisville and Bayou Sara, the once thriving port town that was lost to the Mississippi River in 1927. From famous legends to historical sites, you’ll be emersed in the past while exploring West Feliciana Parish.

Afton Villa Gardens

Afton Villa weaves through a tapestry of generations whose lingering memories reside in the remaining garden after a fire destroyed the villa in 1963.

9347 US Highway 61,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Angola Museum

Angola Museum unfolds the living history on the impacts of corrections, criminal justice, and reform behind the country’s largest maximum-security prison.

17544 Tunica Trace,
Angola, LA 70712

Audubon State Historic Site

Audubon State features Oakley House, a plantation home where the famous naturalist John James Audubon once worked as a tutor for 4 months.

11788 LA Highway 965,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Bayou Sara

Once one of the 19th century’s most important river ports, Bayou Sara suffered many devastating floods, leading to nature's reclamation of the scenic landscape.

Ferdinand Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Grace Episcopal Church

With roots drawn back to the Church of England, Grace Episcopal Church centers their worship services around the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

11621 Ferdinand Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Greenwood Plantation

One of the South’s finest example of classic colonial and Hollywood favorite, Greenwood was built in 1830 with the Greek Revival style of architecture.

6838 Highland Road,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Hemingbough

The spacious grounds of Hemingbough contain statuary, fountains, Guest House, Greek Revival architecture, and a Greek amphitheater overlooking Lake Audubon.

10101 LA Highway 965,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Locust Grove Cemetery

The small site at Locust Grove represents an era in Louisiana's romantic history and is all that remains of what was once Locust Grove Plantation.

11348 Bains Road,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Market Hall

Initially an open-air public market with the magistrate's office upstairs, the Market Hall now has an array of homemade treasures within several artisan stalls.

9896 Royal Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Mount Carmel Catholic Church

Established in 1871 and remodeled in 1979, visitors of Mount Carmel Catholic Church have come to pray and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

11485 Ferdinand Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Myrtles Plantation

Built above Tunica Indian Burial grounds, Myrtles Plantation is a popular tourist attraction due to its association with paranormal activity.

7747 US Highway 61,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Port Hudson Historic Site

Once the Siege of Port Hudson battlefield, Port Hudson was designated a National Historic Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 1974.

236 US Highway 61,
Jackson, LA 70748

Rosedown Plantation

Once home to an immense cotton operation, Rosedown is now preserved as a state historic site that offers tours and programs.

12501 LA Highway 10,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

Royal Street Historic Neighborhood

With historic markers seemingly on every corner, many of the homes on Royal Street are historic treasures.

Royal Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

St. Francisville United Methodist Church

Established in 1844, United Methodist Church suffered relocations but has maintained its stained-glass windows along with its original bell.

9866 Royal Street, St. Francisville, LA 70775

The Old Benevolent Society

Built in 1883, the Old Benevolent Society was established after the Civil War and grew to be an integral part of the African-American community.

11738 Ferdinand Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

West Feliciana Historical Museum

West Feliciana Historical Society strives to preserve and promote West Feliciana historically, culturally, and architecturally through education and stewardship.

11757 Ferdinand Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

West Feliciana Railroad

Chartered in 1831, West Feliciana Railroad became the first interstate railroad in America and the first standard gauge railroad in America.

1144 Ferdinand Street,
St. Francisville, LA 70775

THE DAWSON LEGACY

Bringing awareness to the next generation to connect to their roots, heritage and culture – a generation who envisions itself as part of the story of the African American people in West Feliciana Parish.

The Dawson Legacy from FantomLight on Vimeo.

THE STORY OF A BUILDING

“The Story of a Building” focuses on the Old Benevolent Society Restoration Committee’s mission to restore the Old Benevolent Society building and make it an active educational and gathering space for the entire community of West Feliciana.

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October 15, 2024

As the sweltering heat of summer finally gives way to the cool, crisp air of fall, St. Francisville and West Feliciana Parish come alive with the colors and joys of the season. Nestled in the rolling hills and scenic bluffs just off the Mississippi River, this area offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historic charm, and local traditions that

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11757 Ferdinand Street
St. Francisville, LA 70775
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