Melrose Plantation

Melrose Big Hose
Melrose Big Hose
Ghana House
Ghana House
Weaving House
Weaving House
Yucca House
Yucca House
Weaving House
Weaving House
One of the historic Live Oak trees at Melrose
One of the historic Live Oak trees at Melrose
Yucca House Chapel
Yucca House Chapel
Melrose Gift Shop/ Book Bindery
Melrose Gift Shop/ Book Bindery
Large Looms in Weaving House
Large Looms in Weaving House
African House
African House
Clementine Hunter Cabin
Clementine Hunter Cabin
Clementine Hunter's Work Space in her Cabin
Clementine Hunter's Work Space in her Cabin

Location

3533 Hwy 119
Melrose LA 71452

We invite you to discover the two-hundred year history of the beautiful Melrose Plantation. A National Historic Landmark, Melrose contains nine historic buildings including the African House, Yucca House, Weaving Cabin, Bindery and the Big House.  Learn the history of: the plantation founder Louis Metoyer; the 20th century Melrose artist retreat; and view a collection of work by world famous African American folk artist Clementine Hunter, including her popular African House Murals.

Amenities

Discounts
  • Group Discount
  • Student Discount
General Information
  • Open Year-Round
  • Family Friendly
  • Cash Only
Parking
  • Bus Parking
Areas (Louisiana Tour Guide)
  • Area