The six sites of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve offer something for everyone, from history to culture to outdoor adventure. See the schedule of events for what's happening on specific dates or visit each site's website to discover its unique view of life in Louisiana. Each site offers a visitor center with exhibits, films, and a bookstore.
For outdoor activities in a Louisiana wetland, vist the Barataria Preserve in Marrero.
For talks and tours at the site of the War of 1812's Battle of New Orleans, visit Chalmette Battlefield in Chalmette.
For Louisiana history, culture, folklife, music, and food, visit
- Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette for boat tours of the bayou, craft demonstrations, and the history of the Acadian (Cajun) people who settled southeast Louisiana.
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center in Eunice for cooking and craft demonstrations, Saturday night at the "Cajun Grand Ole Opry," and the history of the Acadians who live on Louisiana's prairies.
- Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center in Thibodaux for boat tours of the bayou, walking tours in town, weekly Cajun music jam sessions, craft demonstrations, and the history of the people who settled Louisiana's bayou country.
- French Quarter Visitor Center in New Orleans for walking tours of the French Quarter, craft and cooking demonstrations, and a look at the influences that shaped one of America's great cities.
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