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This site marks the location where an unknown Confederate soldier was killed by three Union cavalrymen in the Civil War era. A local family buried the soldier and cared for his grave for nearly 100 years after his death. The site features a picnic area with kitchen facilities, a museum and outdoor exhibits.
Address: 1260 Hwy. 1221 Marthaville LA USA 71450
 1 318 472-6255
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Maison Jean Marie Laran Museum
This museum is an historic 1880s home filled with festival artefacts, period antiques and a collection of videos of persons born and raised in Evangeline Parish.
Address: 619 West Main Street Ville Platte LA USA
1 337 363-1878
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Louisiana History Museum has over 50 displays from pre-historic Louisiana to present day. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Exhibits include Civil War exhibits, postcards and central Louisiana relics. Guided tours are available. Admission is free.
Address: 503 Washington St. (Downstairs) Alexandria LA USA 71301
 Send an Email 1 318 487-8556
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Open Tuesday through Saturday, the Old Courthouse Museum offers a comprehensive look at the Louisiana Purchase, featuring portraits of several major political figures and rare period artefacts, such as Napoleon's Death Mask.
Address: 600 Second Street Natchitoches LA USA 71457
1 318 357-2270
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Admission is free. Museum hours: Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Address: 218 Louisiana Ave. Ferriday LA USA 71334
Send an Email 1 318 757-9999
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This museum features local Louisiana artists, rotating exhibits, and photography. They also have a children's exhibit.
Address: 933 Main Street Alexandria LA 71309-1028
1 318 443-3458
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This museum specilizes in Indian and European artifacts from the colonial period, excavated in the Lower Mississippi Valley.
Address: 150 Melancon Drive Marksville LA 71351
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Open Tuesday through Saturday, this children's museum is an educational facility providing playful learning experiences for children aged four to 12. The museum features a variety of hands-on exhibits and programs.
Address: 1403 Third St. Alexandria LA USA 71301
1 318 619-9394
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This site showcases a historic depot, the birthplace of the town of Eunice. The depot has been converted into a museum exploring Cajun music, railroad history, Mardi Gras, pioneer farming and more.
Address: 220 South C. C. Duson Drive Eunice LA USA
1 337 457-6540
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The Merryville Museum is open from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends. The museum hosts the Merryville Living History Heritage Festival. Admission to events is free.
Address: 628 N. Railroad Ave. Merryville LA USA 70653
1 337 825-0101
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A collection of nine historic properties in Natchitoches, Thibodaux, Patterson, Baton Rouge and New Orleans, the Louisiana State Museum exhibits numerous exhibits that reflect the events and culture of Louisiana. The properties include The Cabildo, The Presbytere, The Arsenal, the Old US Mint, madame John's Legacy, 1850 House, Louisiana State Museum - Patterson, Old Courthouse Museum Natchitoches and E.D. White Historic Site.
Address: . . Louisiana USA
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Musical instruments, records, photographs and articles are on display at this tribute to Louisiana's Cajun music scene. Two new musicians are inducted into the hall of fame each year.
Address: 230 South C.C. Duson Drive Eunice LA USA
1 337 457-6534
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The Lois Loftin Doll Museum showcases the dolls of private collectors Lois and Albert Loftin, who in 48 years collected over 3,000 dolls, including many rare antiques.
Address: 120 South Washington Ave. De Ridder LA USA 70634
1 337 463-8148
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This museum is dedicated to Arna Bontemps, a famous poet, author and anthologist born in Alexandria in the early 20th century.
Address: 1327 Third Street Alexandria LA USA 71301
1 318 473-4692
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Located 1.5 mi(2.5 km) north of McNary, the Southern Forest Heritage Museum is a living history museum showcasing an early 20th century sawmill and a historic town on 57 acres. The site features exhibits, a theater and gift shops.
Address: 77 Long Leaf Rd LA USA 71448
1 318 748-8404
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