Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve, Chalmette Battlefield and National Cemetery

Location

1 Battlefield Road
Chalmette LA 70043
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Site of the Battle of New Orleans in 1815, Chalmette Battlefield contains a reconstructed American rampart, an 1830s house, 100-foot-high Chalmette Monument, and outdoor exhibits for self-guided tours. Visitor center films and exhibits share the battle and the site's later history. Ranger talks offered daily. Chalmette National Cemetery was established during the Civil War and holds more than 14,000 graves of Americans from the War of 1812 to the Vietnam War; audio tour available.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday : 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Tuesday : 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Wednesday : 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Thursday : 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Friday : 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Saturday : 9:30am - 4:30pm
  • Sunday : 9:30am - 4:30pm

Amenities

General Information
  • Open Year-Round
  • Family Friendly
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Free Admission
  • Pets on Leash Allowed
Parking
  • Free Parking
Activities
  • Birding
Tour Information
  • Self-guided Tours
Type of Museum
  • Historical Museum
Parks & Trails
  • National Park

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