Large Airboat Swamp Tour & Whitney Museum Plantation
Details
- Adventure TypeTours, Lessons & Diving
- Captain IncludedExpert-Led
- Cancelation PolicyModerate
Adventure Details
Embark on an 8.5-hour adventure that includes a visit to the Whitney Plantation, America's first Slavery Museum, as well as a boat ride through the enchanting swamp in Louisiana. The Whitney Plantation is a unique museum dedicated to understanding the facts of slavery, focusing on the lives and legacies of the enslaved people who lived and worked on the sugar plantation in the 1830s. Visitors can gain a unique perspective on the lives of the enslaved through real oral histories recorded during the Depression, as well as explore the last surviving example of a true French Creole Barn and other historic structures built by slaves. During the 90-minute walking tour of the Whitney Plantation, visitors will learn about the lives of the enslaved people through museum exhibits, memorial artwork, and thousands of first-person slave narratives. The site, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers an authentic representation of life on a Louisiana sugar plantation, with original structures nestled in a working sugar cane field. Through their restored buildings and exhibits, Whitney Plantation gives a voice and respect to the slaves who lived, worked, and died on the plantation. After exploring the Whitney Plantation, visitors can enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the enchanting swamp in Louisiana. Please dress for weather conditions to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience during this unique and educational adventure. - Discover the Whitney Plantation, America's first Slavery Museum, and learn about the lives of enslaved people on a Louisiana sugar plantation. - Explore historic structures built by slaves, including the last surviving French Creole Barn and the Big House, on a 90-minute walking tour. - Enjoy a boat ride through the enchanting Louisiana swamp for a relaxing and scenic experience.
Damage Deposit
Your payment method will be charged a damage deposit of USD 0.00 24h prior to your rental. Pending any damages, the damage deposit will be returned 48h post rental. This damage deposit secures the host if the boat is damaged during your rental. The damage deposit must be taken from the same card that the booking was made on. Questions? Contact us by clicking on the blue support button.
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