Contact Info
PO Box 1201
Natchitoches, LA 71457
- Phone:
- 318-356-5555
Basics
- Type:
- Historical Site,
National Park
Basic Directions
Cane River National Heritage Area conveniently begins in historic Natchitoches, LA the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase. Traveling from Dallas, TX to Natchitoches, LA, take I-20 to Shreveport and exit on I-49 traveling south. Traveling from south LA, take I-49 north. Travel on Hwy 6 from points in central TX and MS.
Description
Cane River National Heritage Area is a place where many cultures - American Indian, French, Spanish, African, Creole,and later American - came together to create away of life dependent on the land, the river, and each other.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
Within the National Heritage Area there are many individual sites with various operating hours and fees. This is not meant to be a complete listing of all area sites. Detailed information and upcoming events can be viewed at the Natchitoches Convention and Visitor Bureau, located at 781 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA 71457. Phone: 800/259-1714
Cane River Creole National Historical Park -
Magnolia Plantation Complex (National Park Site): Open daily, 8 am - 4pm.
Oakland Plantation (National Park Site): Open daily 8 am - 4 pm
Kate Chopin House - Open daily, Monday through Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm; Sunday open 1 pm - 4 pm.
Magnolia Plantation Big House: Privately owned, hours vary,
Melrose Plantation: Open daily, 12 pm -4 pm.
National Historic Landmark District: Open daily.
Old Courthouse State Museum: Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm.
Adais Indian Nation Cultural Center and Museum: Open daily, 9 am - 5 pm
Fort St. Jean Baptiste: Open daily, 9 am - 5 pm.
Fort Jesup State Historic Site: Open daily, 9 am - 5 pm
Los Adaes State Historic Site: Open daily, 9 am - 5 pm.
