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Spanning the colonial era and early statehood, Magnolia Mound's collection of furnishings and decorative arts include one of the foremost public groups of Louisiana-made objects, in carefully restored and documented settings.
- (225) 272-9200
The Baton Rouge Recreation and Parks purchased the property in 1966 and by 1975 the House was opened to the public. The Friends of Magnolia Mound Plantation owns the exquisite collection of furniture, decorative items and artifacts that are displayed at the plantation.
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The furnishings at Magnolia Mound Plantation primarily comprise the furniture, decorations and housekeeping necessities found in a wealthy planter's home during the late 18th to the mid-19th century.
THE HISTORIC HOUSE COLLECTION. The Friends of Magnolia Mound with the expertise of Curator H. Parrott Bacot assembled the collection of furniture and artifacts to represent the life of the early 19th century French and Creole family: the Duplantiers. Early research focused on the lives of the occupants of the property from 1790-1827: builder ...
A 1792 French Creole plantation house authentically restored with outbuildings and gardens covering 15 acres. This landmark is a unique southern Louisiana landmark because of its age, quality of restoration, and outstanding collections. Magnolia Mound's mission is to illustrate and interpret the lifestyle of the French Creoles through educational programs, workshops, lectures, festivals, and ...
- 2161 Nicholson Drive, Baton Rouge, 70802, LA
- (225) 343-4955
Spanning the colonial era and early statehood, Magnolia Mound's collection of furnishings and decorative arts include one of the foremost public groups of Louisiana- made objects, in carefully restored and documented settings.
