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Louisiana’s plantation past comes alive at this small family cemetery. A few miles northwest of St. Francisville is a little-known cemetery that holds a fascinating footnote to Civil War history. Locust Grove State Historic Site sits on the…
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Just a few miles off Interstate 20 near the Mississippi-Louisiana border is a roadside attraction unlike any you’ll find on Earth. Poverty Point World Heritage Site is a series of raised earthen mounds, channels and ridges made by human hands more…
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Learn about the history of a 19th-century Madisonville entrepreneur while walking the grounds of a magnificent state park. History of the Otis House William Theodore Jay was a 19th-century entrepreneur who made a fortune in sawmilling. He also had…
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The allure of Louisiana's Cajun culture is everywhere in Lafourche Parish. Located just slightly southwest from New Orleans and spanning down into the isles in the Gulf, this area of Louisiana is full of adventure. Visit Cajun restaurants…
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In Louisiana, we don’t just eat — we dine with gusto. Louisiana foods connect us to our culture, one that includes French, Spanish, African and German influences. Over a meal, Louisianans come together in celebration — whether it’s a Mardi Gras…
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Louisiana has preserved its cultural heritage through architecture. Louisiana is know for holding fast to its cultural heritage. While food and music tend to grab the most attention, Louisiana is also protective of its architectural jewels. In…
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Springtime ushers in Louisiana’s unofficial fifth and perhaps favorite season: crawfish season! It's a time of year that entices with the spicy aroma of neighborhood boils throughout the state. Roll up your sleeves and bring your appetite to…
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Love to eat? Louisiana’s rich history and culture create a unique culinary landscape perfect for your next getaway. Satisfy your appetite for culinary travel at Louisiana’s food festivals, cooking schools and culinary tours. Here are just a few of…
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Looking to add a little Louisiana holiday cheer to the dinner table this year? These local Louisiana products have you covered! In no particular order, discover some of our favorite foods, seasonings, drinks and desserts that should grace your…
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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…