The Louisiana Governor's Mansion Foundation
was establised to finance, through the private sector, the refurbishment, preservation and operation of the Governor's Mansion for the people of Louisiana. The project will cast a new light on the importance of caring for the symbols of Louisiana's rich, colorful, historical and political past. This undertaking will serve as a model for like endeavors of the future.
Magnolia Mound Plantation
Located in Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, Magnolia Mound is a rare example of the architectural influences of early settlers from France and the West Indies. One of Louisiana's oldest wooden structures, Magnolia Mound looks exactly as it did in the 1800's and remains an example of bousillage construction. Visit their web site and take a virtual tour. Also, learn about educational activities for students and tours.
The Foundation for Historical Louisiana
promotes the preservation of the cultural and architectural heritage of Louisiana through education, advocacy, and stewardship. Visit the recently restored Old Governor's Mansion in Baton Rouge built by Huey P. Long.
HABS Louisiana
is a the Louisiana component of The Historic American Buildings Survey. It was developed by the LSU School of Architecture and is part of the
Louisiana Heritage Network.
The HABS site is a good source for drawings, images and other information about historic buildings in Louisiana.
Lafourche Parish Historic Places
includes a listing of 28 buildings in Lafourche Parish on the National Register of Historic Places, plus 6 in Assumption Parish.
The Foundation for Historical Louisiana
promotes the preservation of the cultural and architectural heritage of Louisiana through education, advocacy, and stewardship. Visit their new web site and learn about historic sites in and around Baton Rouge including the Old State Capitol, the Old Governor's Mansion, the Old Arsenal, the Pentagon Barracks Museum and Magnolia Mound Plantation.
