Melrose Plantation

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.