Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Caution See 2 current alerts
Current alerts (2)
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Caution
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.
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Caution
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.
Hours
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
| Every day | All Day |
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Coming up:
- Nov 11: Veterans Day (closed)
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
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.
Visitor centers
Barataria Preserve
Barataria Preserve
| Every day | Closed |
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Coming up:
- Nov 11: Veterans Day (closed)
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
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.
Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery
Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery
| Every day | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 11: 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.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery
French Quarter Visitor Center
French Quarter Visitor Center
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday – Saturday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Coming up:
- Nov 11: Veterans Day (closed)
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
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.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: French Quarter Visitor Center
Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center
Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 11:00AM - 7:00PM |
| Wednesday – Saturday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Coming up:
- Nov 11: Veterans Day (closed)
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
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.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center Closed today
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
Today: Closed (Closed in Mid-Winter, Oct 17 – Jan 18)
Usual hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday – Wednesday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Thursday | 12:00PM - 7:00PM |
| Friday – Saturday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
Acadian Cultural Center Closed today
Acadian Cultural Center
Today: Closed (Intermittent Hours mid-October - mid-April, Oct 10 – Apr 15)
Usual hours
| Every day | Closed |
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Coming up:
- Nov 11: Veterans Day
- Nov 11: Veterans Day (closed)
- Nov 11: Veterans Day
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day
- Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day (closed)
- Dec 1 – Apr 30: Winter Visitor Center Hours
The Acadian Cultural Center is temporarily closed due to air conditioning issues.
Events in the next few days
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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.) · Free
Event details: French Quarter - Jazz Program - Arrowhead Jazz Band with James Jorndan
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Chalmette Battlefield - Battle of New Orleans Talk
· 02:45 PM – 03:15 PM · Chalmette Battlefield 1 Battlefield Road Chalmette, LA 70043 · Free
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Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Edward Angelloz Exhibition
· 09:30 AM – 04:30 PM · Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center 314 St. Mary Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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 · Free
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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
Event details: Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center - Boat Tour of Bayou Lafourche
About this park
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.