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The Evolution of the Houmas Estate
June 11, 2019 | News FlashThe Houmas residence began as a humble two-story structure in 1774, built by Alexander Latils and Maurice Conway, and is referred to as “The French House. It was constructed of brick and cypress with 18” thick walls on the first… Read More »
You’ve Hit the Honey Hole!
May 15, 2019 | News FlashThe re-opening of Houmas House wasn't the only thing creating a buzz to the public. The resident honey bees had made themselves at home on the second story galley and had become a problem for visitors and the owner. Hesitant… Read More »
Spring Gardens at Houmas House
May 7, 2019 | News FlashSpring at Houmas House Contributer: Christopher Leach; WGNO New Orleans As the birds and bees take wing, Spring has dawned over the Louisiana landscape and there are few places in the Southern United States that can match the majesty… Read More »
The Great River Road Museum is Now Open
Jul 06, 2024
The Mississippi River has proved to be the most important body of water in the United States. For early explorers, its width and powerful current taunted them as they attempted to cross and explore the other side. For businessmen it proved to be the answer for westward expansion. And for power-hungry leaders it was the cause of war and the prize of many battles. Conquering the twists, turns and challenges of the Mighty Mississippi resulted in doubling the size of the newly discovered territory. It quickly became the main contributor to the physical and economic growth of what was to…