The 7 Best Historic Sites in Saint Francisville, Louisiana (LA)

August 5, 2021 Tynisha Seiler

St. Francisville is a town in, and the parish seat of, West Feliciana Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 1,712 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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1. Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site

12501 La Highway 10, Saint Francisville, LA 70775-4531 +1 888-376-1867 [email protected] http://www.crt.state.la.us/louisiana-state-parks/historic-sites/rosedown-plantation-state-historic-site/index
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4.5 based on 463 reviews

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site

Historic plantation house restoration. Original buildings on site include the kitchen, doctor's office, cool house, Nina's wing, a tool shed, a hot house, and summer houses (gazebos) throughout the gardens. The gift shop stays open from 9am - 4:30pm and is independently run. Rosedown does not provide over night accommodations and there is no restaurant on site. Hours of operation are from 9am-5pm seven days a week. The first house tour is at 10am and the last house tour is at 4pm. Closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.

Reviewed By Sebastian3962 - Charlotte, United States

Walking up to the house and seeing the layout of the gardens and the long driveway surrounded by large oak trees was magnificent. One can take a wonderful photo of the grounds from the second floor balcony. We were met by a guide dressed in a dress from the 1800’s. The house has been lovely restored and has 90% of the original furniture. Note the magnificent mahogany suitcase as you enter. The guide gave us a story of the original family and what happened to the house before the State acquired it. It is well worth the visit. As you are going thru the historical area of St. Francisville to get this plantation stop at Grandmother’s Buttons located in an old bank. It was begun by a couple that created jewelry from old buttons and now includes many other things. It’s very unique.

2. Oakley Plantation

Saint Francisville, LA +1 225-635-3739
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4.5 based on 120 reviews

Oakley Plantation

Reviewed By KristiJ605 - New Orleans, United States

A group of 4 of us stopped in for a tour. Because of various circumstances, the tour was not guided, but there was a volunteer close by to answer questions. We were given a great pamphlet that pointed out and explained various rooms/furnishings, etc throughout the house. We actually liked this set up. It's a very interesting place with beautiful grounds.

3. The Myrtles Plantation

7747 US Highway 61, Saint Francisville, LA 70775-4526 +1 800-809-0565 [email protected] http://www.myrtlesplantation.com/
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4.5 based on 1,051 reviews

The Myrtles Plantation

Experience antebellum splendor in this circa 1796 National Historic Register plantation home renowned for its mystery, history and intrigue. Our recently opened Restaurant 1796 is a beautiful blend of the old and the new, centered around an open hearth.

Reviewed By Elixxy

Came with my fiancé and my family. We had a great time and our tour guide Haley (unsure how to spell her name) was awesome at telling the history of the house and the ghosts that are on the grounds! We had a 7pm tour and that was the best decision. It was getting dark and the whole vibe was super spooky and fun. I’ll definitely come here again in the daytime to compare the two! All around a great trip and a wonderful tour.

4. Butler Greenwood Plantation

8345 US Highway 61, Saint Francisville, LA 70775-6671 +1 225-635-6312 http://www.butlergreenwood.com/
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Butler Greenwood Plantation

Reviewed By krwoodard - Lake Charles, United States

This was our first time to visit Butler Greenwood and we will do it again! The grounds are beautiful and Ann was the best! We stayed in the Pond house and it was perfect fit for our visit. Breakfast was in the fridge so we didn't need to rush out for food our first morning. Two of the sweetest ladies came to check on us to see if we needed anything our first morning there. If you're looking for a laid back place this location is perfect for you. We had a blast!

5. Audubon State Historic Site

11788 La Highway 965, Saint Francisville, LA 70775-4134 +1 225-635-3739 [email protected] http://crt.louisiana.gov/parks/iaudubon.aspx
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

Audubon State Historic Site

Reviewed By KristiJ605 - New Orleans, United States

This site is smaller and doesn't get the attention it deserves. The docents told fascinating stories about a young Audubon, before he became famous. I recommend a visit

6. St. Francisville United Methodist Church

9856 Royal St, Saint Francisville, LA 70775-4326 +1 225-635-3763
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St. Francisville United Methodist Church

Reviewed By marion542017 - Manchester, United Kingdom

The historic St. Francisville United Methodist Church features Gothic Revival stained glass windows and a bell tower. A lovely little church.

7. Market Hall

9896 Royal St, Saint Francisville, LA 70775-4326 +1 225-635-6330 [email protected] http://www.stfrancisville.us/discovering/historic-district?sobi2Task=sobi2Details&catid=13&sobi2Id=27
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Market Hall

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