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Get to know the people and places of Louisiana that played important roles in African-American history. A cotton plantation founded by a formerly enslaved woman. The daughter of freed, formerly enslaved people who created a hair-care empire. A New…
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Discover Louisiana's deep gospel music roots, from the birthplace of "The Queen of Gospel," Mahalia Jackson, to the first-of-its-kind gospel brunch. Gospel Music History The Mississippi River was the baptismal water of the young Mahalia Jackson,…
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These unique historic sites and attractions around Louisiana offer visitors a glimpse into the past. Houmas House: Historic Estate and Gardens Darrow Take a tour of Houmas House: Historic Estate and Gardens in Darrow where visitors are treated as…
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Louisiana offers tons of fun road trip ideas that are only a tank away. If you're considering a Louisiana road trip, you likely already know that between our gas station fare and Michelin star-rated restaurants, you'll enjoy some of the most…
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Make your way to the Lafayette area to take in the plentiful impact of the African American History Trail. Travel along I-10 West from Baton Rouge to visit fascinating stops along Louisiana's African American Heritage Trail in the Cajun country…
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Take in the heart of Louisiana: its rolling hills of red clay and thick forests of fragrant pines — an extraordinary backdrop for exceptional people. In Ferriday, Alexandria/Pineville and Natchitoches, learn about Louisiana’s iconic Black and…
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Use this itinerary to discover the deep history of the African-American Heritage Trail in New Orleans. For a variety of reasons, New Orleans has long been identified as the nation's most African American city. Arriving at the beginning, African…
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Explore the African-American Heritage Trail in the Baton Rouge and St. Francisville Area with this itinerary of things to do. Explore the rich African-American history found in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Itinerary for the the Great River Road…
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From museums and golf to restaurants and distilleries, the capital city has plenty to keep you busy! Louisiana's capital city, Baton Rouge, has a little bit of something for every interest. History buff? Check out one of the many museums and…
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The memory of one of the nation’s most beloved chefs and activists lives on at Dooky Chase's Restaurant in New Orleans. For many, dining at Dooky Chase’s in New Orleans’ historic Tremé neighborhood is more than just a night out. It’s something of…