Slave Plantation Tours In Louisiana. In 1795, there were 19,926 enslaved africans and 16,304 free people of color in louisiana. Our plantation is open seven days a week, with the exception of major holidays, from 9:00 a.m.
Whitney's kitchen is the oldest detached kitchen in louisiana. Old river road plantation adventure. After the united states outlawed the atlantic slave trade in 1807, many captives came to louisiana from the upper south through the domestic slave trade.
Louisiana's plantations offer a well preserved glimpse into an antebellum past.
The german coast, where whitney plantation is located, was home to 2,797 enslaved workers. Louisiana's plantations offer a well preserved glimpse into an antebellum past. We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life. Today, these homes are available for tours, exploration and special events this mix of history, remembrance and celebrations make visits to louisiana’s unique plantation homes a very fascinating way to spend an afternoon.