Rebel State Historic Site
Country and gospel music come together with Civil War commemoration at this west Louisiana museum.
Rebel State Historic Site was founded on the site where an unknown Confederate soldier is buried. According to local lore, Confederate soldiers were walking through this remote stretch of west Louisiana when one of their troops was separated from his unit. Union soldiers found and shot the man and left him on the road, where he died.
Soon afterward, the man’s body was found by a family that had spoken with him just before the incident. They buried him near the road, and in 1962, locals erected a marker at the spot and began to hold annual ceremonies honoring the unknown soldier.
Over the years, the site has also become a destination for country and gospel musicians and their fans. The folk-music traditions of west Louisiana are strong, as you’ll discover when visiting the Louisiana Country Music Museum at Rebel State Historic Site. The museum contains exhibits describing the history and evolution of folk music in this region. It also features an impressive collection of country and folk-music memorabilia.
Things to Do Near Rebel State Historic Site
Nearby attractions include the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches (while you're in town, grab a meat pie!) and the vast Kisatchie National Forest, ideal for camping and outdoor activities.
Visiting Rebel State Historic Site
When is Rebel State Historic Site open?
The museum at Rebel State Historic Site is open Friday and Saturday and the grounds are open Thursday–Saturday, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
How much does it cost to get into Rebel State Historic Site?
Admission to Rebel State Historic Site is $6 per person ages 7-61, $4 for seniors 62 and older, and free for children 6 and younger.
Where is Rebel State Historic Site located?
Rebel State Historic Site is located at 1260 Hwy. 1221 in Marthaville.
