Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

National Historical Park and Preserve · Louisiana

Precaución Ver 2 alertas actuales

Spanish moss hangs from live oak tree
Foto: NPS Photo

Alertas actuales (2)

  • Precaución

    Barataria Visitor Center and Trails are Closed

    Because of upcoming demolition and construction of the trails and Visitor Center, all trails at the Barataria Preserve and the Visitor Center are closed, with the exception of Twin Canals Trail. This is a day-use area only with no restrooms. Visitor services are relocated to the Wetlands Education Center and trails at 4917 City Park Drive, Jean Lafitte, 70067. Rangers will be on site Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 am to 2 pm for programming and ranger talks at the Town of Lafitte's Civic Center.

  • Precaución

    Acadian Cultural Center Temporarily Closed

    The Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette is temporarily closed due to HVAC issues. Join us at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center in Eunice for programs and events 5 days a week, Tuesday through Saturday.

Horarios

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

Horario habitual: Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Todos los díasAll Day

Próximamente:

  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day (cerrado)
  • 26 nov.: Thanksgiving Day (cerrado)

Each of Jean Lafitte's six sites is open year-round. See the specific site(s) you want to visit for operating hours and days information.

Centros de visitantes

Barataria Preserve

Barataria Preserve

Horario habitual: Barataria Preserve
Todos los díasClosed

Próximamente:

  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day (cerrado)
  • 26 nov.: Thanksgiving Day (cerrado)

The Visitor Center and most trails in the Preserve are closed for demolition and construction. The Twin Canals parking lot, trail, and canoe launch is open for day-use only visitor access, there are no restrooms.

All visitor services are temporarily relocated to the Town of Jean Lafitte's Civic Center from 10 am - 2pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays until construction is complete. The Wetland Trace Boardwalk trail is located just six miles away at 4917 City Park Drive, Jean Lafitte, LA 70067 and open daily.

Página del centro de visitantes en nps.gov: Barataria Preserve

Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery

Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery

Horario habitual: Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery
Todos los días9:30AM - 4:30PM

Próximamente:

  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day

Chalmette Battlefield is open is open every day, including federal holidays. Chalmette Battlefield’s Visitor Center is open every day except select federal holidays. Vehicular gates are open 9:00 am-4:30 pm. The site is open to pedestrians year-round sunrise to sunset.

Chalmette National Cemetery is open every day, including federal holidays. Vehicular gates are open from 9:00 am-4:30 pm, including federal holidays. It is open to pedestrians year-round from sunrise to sunset.

Página del centro de visitantes en nps.gov: Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery

French Quarter Visitor Center

French Quarter Visitor Center

Horario habitual: French Quarter Visitor Center
LunesClosed
Martes – Sábado9:30AM - 4:30PM
DomingoClosed

Próximamente:

  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day (cerrado)
  • 26 nov.: Thanksgiving Day (cerrado)

The French Quarter Visitor Center is open year-round; it is closed on federal holidays and Mardi Gras. Closures for Mardi Gras are determined annually based on site accessibility and safety for visitors and employees. Announcements will be posted accordingly.

Página del centro de visitantes en nps.gov: French Quarter Visitor Center

Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center

Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center

Horario habitual: Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center
LunesClosed
Martes11:00AM - 7:00PM
Miércoles – Sábado9:30AM - 4:30PM
DomingoClosed

Próximamente:

  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day (cerrado)
  • 26 nov.: Thanksgiving Day (cerrado)

The Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center is open year-round; it is closed on federal holidays and Mardi Gras. Closures for Mardi Gras are determined annually based on site accessibility and safety for visitors and employees. Announcements will be posted accordingly.

Página del centro de visitantes en nps.gov: Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center

Prairie Acadian Cultural Center Cerrado hoy

Prairie Acadian Cultural Center

Hoy: Cerrado (Closed in Mid-Winter, 17 oct. – 18 ene.)

Horario habitual

Horario habitual: Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
LunesClosed
Martes – Miércoles9:30AM - 4:30PM
Jueves12:00PM - 7:00PM
Viernes – Sábado9:30AM - 4:30PM
DomingoClosed

The Prairie Acadian Cultural Center is open year-round; it is closed on federal holidays. Closures for Mardi Gras are determined annually based on site accessibility and safety for visitors and employees. Announcements will be posted accordingly.

Página del centro de visitantes en nps.gov: Prairie Acadian Cultural Center

Acadian Cultural Center Cerrado hoy

Acadian Cultural Center

Hoy: Cerrado (Intermittent Hours mid-October - mid-April, 10 oct. – 15 abr.)

Horario habitual

Horario habitual: Acadian Cultural Center
Todos los díasClosed

Próximamente:

  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day
  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day (cerrado)
  • 11 nov.: Veterans Day
  • 26 nov.: Thanksgiving Day
  • 26 nov.: Thanksgiving Day (cerrado)
  • 1 dic. – 30 abr.: Winter Visitor Center Hours

The Acadian Cultural Center is temporarily closed due to air conditioning issues.

Página del centro de visitantes en nps.gov: Acadian Cultural Center

Eventos de los próximos días

  • French Quarter - Jazz Program - Arrowhead Jazz Band with James Jorndan

    · 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.) · Gratis

    Detalles del evento: French Quarter - Jazz Program - Arrowhead Jazz Band with James Jorndan

  • Chalmette Battlefield - Battle of New Orleans Talk

    · 02:45 PM – 03:15 PM · Chalmette Battlefield 1 Battlefield Road Chalmette, LA 70043 · Gratis

  • Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Edward Angelloz Exhibition

    · 09:30 AM – 04:30 PM · Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center 314 St. Mary Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 · Gratis

  • Barataria Preserve - Wetland Trace Walk

    · 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM · This is an offsite program. Meet at trailhead at Wetland Trace at 4917 City Park St, Jean Lafitte, LA 70067 · Gratis

  • Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - "Where Y'all At? Post Cards Through the Years"

    · 09:30 AM – 04:30 PM · 250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535 · Gratis

  • French Quarter - History Talk

    · 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM · The French Quarter Visitor Center is located at: 419 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 17030 · Gratis

  • Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Historic Thibodaux Walking Tour

    · 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM · Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center 314 St. Mary St. Thibodaux, LA 70301 · Gratis

  • Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Rendezvous in the Prairie

    · 05:30 PM – 06:30 PM · Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535 · Gratis

  • Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - "Where Y'all At? Post Cards Through the Years"

    · 12:00 PM – 07:00 PM · 250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535 · Gratis

  • Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Historic Thibodaux Walking Tour

    · 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM · Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center 314 St. Mary St. Thibodaux, LA 70301 · Gratis

  • Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Historic Thibodaux Walking Tour

    · 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM · Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center 314 St. Mary St. Thibodaux, LA 70301 · Gratis

  • Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Boat Tour of Bayou Lafourche

    · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center 314 Saint Mary Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301

    Detalles del evento: Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Boat Tour of Bayou Lafourche

Sobre este parque

In Jean Lafitte's day, silver and gold filled a pirate's treasure chest, but today's treasures are people, places, and memories. Discover New Orleans’ rich cultural mix. Learn Cajun traditions from people who live them. Watch an alligator bask on a bayou’s bank. Walk in the footsteps of the men who fought at 1815’s Battle of New Orleans. Follow the link to discover the treasure of Jean Lafitte.