info@alligatorbayou.com
www.alligatorbayou.com
Hours: Varies by season
Admission: Yes
Tour Length: 1 1/2 Hours
Company Policy: Escort & Driver
Group Size (Min/Max): 40-400
Cruise aboard our canopied, all-weather Alligator Queen to experience the beauty, serenity, and ecological value of our wetlands, our rich cultural legacy, wildlife and unique history. Visit an authentically furnished Louisiana swamp cabin, meet native animals. Special meals, parties, live music, dance lessons, fishing available with special arrangements.



Alvin Batiste
At Rossie’s Custom Framing
510 Railroad Avenue
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: David Imbraguglio
Phone: 225-473-8536
Fax: 225-473-8536
rossimbraguglio@aol.com
www.alvinbatiste.com
Hours: Tues - Fri 10 am - 5 pm;
Sat 10 am - 3 pm
Admission: No
Tour Length: 30 min./No limit
Group Size (Min/Max): No Limitations
The history of generations along the Mississippi River finds expression in the brush strokes of Alvin Batiste, self taught, primitive artist, whose work has been critically acclaimed. Visitors may watch the artist at work, browse the gallery, commission and/or purchase original paintings.



Ascension Community Theatre
823 Felicity Street
Gonzales, La 70737
Phone: 225-647-1230
www.ascensioncommunitytheatre.org



Ascension Parish Courthouse
300 Houmas Street
P.O. Box 192
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: Bridget Hanna
Phone: 225-473-9866 ext. 212
Hours: By appointment only
Admission: No
Tour Length: 30 min. to 1 hour
Group Size (Min/Max): 20
This Romanesque revival style building was constructed in 1889 with finely detailed brick arches. The adjacent jail predates the courthouse by more than 20 years. Tours provide insight into this area’s significant history.




Ashland-Belle Helene
Phone: 225-621-6500
Contact: Gary LaCombe – Shell Chemical LP
Hours: Drive By Only
This stately home built in 1841 exemplifies the massive simplicity and dignity of the classic revival architecture. Ashland has served as authentic location for several well-known motion picture including Clark Gable’s “Band of Angels” and “A Long, Hot Summer” among others



Cabela’s
2200 Cabela’s Parkway
Gonzales, LA 70737
Contact: Chris Hargus
Phone: 225-743-3400
www.cabelas.com
Hours: Mon - Sat 8 am - 9 pm;
Sun 10 am - 8 pm;
Holiday & winter hours are subject to change.
Offering quality outdoor merchandise, in the 165,000 sq. ft. showroom features museum-quality animal displays, aquariums and trophy animals interacting in recreations of their natural habitats.



The Cabin
5405 Highway 44
Burnside, LA 70738
(Junction of LA 22 and LA 44)
Contact: Joel Robert
Phone: 225-473-3007
Fax: 225-473-3048
jrobert@thecabinrestaurant.com
www.thecabinrestaurant.com
Hours: Mon 11 am - 3 pm;
Tues - Thurs 11 am - 9 pm;
Fri - Sat 11 am - 10 pm;
Sun 11 am - 6 pm
Admission: No
Tour Length: No guided tour - 30 min. on own
Group Size (Min/Max): 10-600
More than a unique and delightful dining experience, The Cabin represents a bit of Louisiana history brought back to life — constructed from authentic slave dwellings dating back as far as 150 years, and on the National Register of Historic Places, complete with unique “wallpaper” and antique tools. Also home to restored first African American Catholic school and “Rock”, the cypress alligator.



The Cajun Village
6470 Highway 22
Sorrento, LA 70778
(Junction of LA 22 and LA 70)
Contact: Beth Laiche
Phone: 225-675-2782
www.thecajunvillage.com
Hours: 7 days a week
Admission: No
Tour Length: No guided tour - 30 min. to 1 1/2 hours on own
A collection of restored Acadian buildings housing unique shops and galleries featuring original Louisiana artists and products, a Coffee House, alligator pond and more. Great stop for groups with “free time.” - Daily Hours of operation may vary. (See “Where to Eat” and “Where to Shop” Listings)



Church of the Ascension of Our Lord
716 Mississippi Street
P.O. Box 508
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: Louis “Boo” LeBlanc
Phone: 225-473-3176 or
225-473-3544
Fax: 225-473-3256
Hours: By appointment
Admission: No
Tour Length: 45 min. to 1 1/2 hours
Group Size (Min/Max): 5-50
Beautiful cathedral-like structure built in the late 1800’s, serving the Chruch parish established in 1772 after which Ascension civil parish is named. Originally a mission to serve the growing community of Acadians and evangelize the nearby Native Americans; the largest and one of the most historic cemeteries in the area. Tours by appointment.



Flea Market of Louisiana
15545 Airline Highway
Prairieville, LA 70769
Contact: Keith Bryan
Phone: 225-673-2682
Fax: 225-673-9348
kmbryan@ eatel.net
Hours: Sat - Sun 9 am - 5 pm
Admission: No
Tour Length: Varies
Each Saturday and Sunday provides a new and unique shopping experience, rain or shine, with 400 booths under cover, featuring antiques, collectibles, unique “finds”, fresh produce, Cajun food, fun for the whole family. Restrooms and RV hook-ups available.



Hermitage Plantation
38308 Hwy 942
Darrow, LA 70725
(Mailing Address)
1323 Eighth St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Contact: Robert Judice
Phone: 225-473-1812
info@hermitageplantation.com
www.hermitageplantation.com
Hours: By appointment only
Admission: Yes
Tour Length: 1 hour
Company Policy: Escort & Driver
Group Size (Min/Max): 25+
The beauty and grace of the Old South are reborn again at Hermitage Plantation, Louisiana's earliest known Greek revival mansion. The historic home and grounds of this plantation will reopen to visitors in 2008. Andrew Jackson visited here in the 1820s. Now it's your turn.



The Historic Donaldsonville Museum
318 Mississippi Street
P.O. Box 1085
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: Wendy Perniciaro
Phone: 225-746-0004
Fax: 225-473-3992
larouxmc@hotmail.com
www.historicdonaldsonvillemuseum.org
Hours: Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm;
Sat 10 am - 3 pm;
Sun Closed
Admission: Donations accepted
Tour Length: 1 hour
Group Size (Min/Max): Up to 50
Housed in the B. Lemann & Bro. Building, the oldest department store in the state of Louisiana, this museum provides insight into the rich history of Donaldsonville and surrounding areas with the Fort Butler/Civil War Gallery, State Capitol Gallery, Old Donaldsonville Gallery, Grand Theatre Gallery, Lemann Store Gallery, Corner Grocery Gallrey and revolving exhibits.



Historic Fort Butler Commemorative Site
Historic Fort Butler Foundation
Mailing Address: 3589 Highway 1
Napoleonville, LA 70390
Contact: Andrew Capone
Phone: 985-369-1950
acapone@charter.net
www.fortbutler.com
Hours: By appointment only
Admission Fee: Yes
Tour Length: 1 hour to full day
Group Size (Min/Max): 15+
A pivotal Civil War site, engineered by West Point, built to guard the confluence of the Mississippi River and Bayou Lafourche, a major outlet to the Gulf of Mexico. It was a star-shaped, log-and-earth constructuion, built and defended by area African-American Slaves turned soldiers. It is now the site of an annual re-enactment. Guided tours of the future site of Fort Butler and other Civil War sites can be arranged. Tours by appointment.



Houmas House Plantation & Gardens
40136 Highway 942
Darrow (Burnside), LA 70725
Contact: Kevin Kelly
Phone: 225-473-7841 or
888-323-8314
Fax: 225-473-7891
kk@houmashouse.com
www.houmashouse.com
Hours: Mon - Tue 9am - 5pm;
Thurs - Sun 9am - 8pm
Admission: Yes
Relive the magnificent plantation era with a visit to our Greek Revival Mansion built in 1840. Houmas House is home to wonderful stories of sugar cane farming on the grandest scale, Civil War history, period furnishings of early Louisiana craftsmanship, significant movie settings and formal gardens beneath 200-year-old moss-laden live oaks.



Lamar-Dixon Exposition Center, LLC
9039 St. Landry Road
Gonzales, LA 70737
Contact: Flo MaGee
Phone: 225-621-1700
Fax: 225-647-8804
fmagee@lamardixonexpocenter.com
www.lamardixonexpocenter.com
Attend one of the many actvities scheduled at our Multi-Purpose Event Facility or book one of your own. We offer 3 arenas, cattle holding pens, 8 stall barns, RV hookups and picnic area plus climate-controlled buildings with catering services available — facilities for every need.



Palo Alto Gun & Rod Club
P.O. Box 30
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: Kenneth Gomez
Phone: 225-717-3348
mail@paloaltoplantation.com
www.paloaltoplantation.com
Hours: By appointment only
Admission: Yes
Tour Length: Varies
This is true quality hunting for the discriminating sportsman. Come and enjoy a memorable Deep South Hunting Experience… relax in our old log cabin lodge nestled in a live oak grove, overlooking a picturesque bayou. Palo Alto offers guided hunts for deer, duck, dove, quail & small game. Guided fresh water fishing or offshore trips for saltwater species can be arranged. Palo Alto offers full overnight accommodations & meals.



Pelican Point Golf Course
7051 Highway 44
Gonzales, LA 70737
Contact: Phillip Wright
Phone: 225-746-9900
Fax: 225-746-0095
lbrasseaux@golfthepoint.com
www.golfthepoint.com
Hours: Daily until dark
Admission: Yes
Tour Length: As needed
Group Size (Min/Max): Up to 144
The course, which provides championship 18-hole, semi-private, British-style golf with a Louisiana flair, covers 250 acres of what once was a sugar cane farm. The championship practice facility includes putting and chipping greens and a large driving range with target greens. A pro shop, golf carts, and restaurant are also available.



River Region Art Gallery
1835 N Magnolia Ave
Gonzales, LA 70737
Contact: Donna Braud
Phone: 225-644-8496
Fax: 225-644-8496
artgumbomarket@yahoo.com
www.artgumbo.org
Hours: Tues. - Sat 10 am - 4 pm
Admission: None
Tour Length: browsing / no limit to time / buses welcome
Group Size (Min/Max): no limit
Features a “GUMBO” of original artworks by all Louisiana Artists displaying fine art, folk art, jewelry, photography, and unique gift ideas. Special theme shows monthly in addition to over 90 Louisiana artists exhibiting. River Region Artists present an Awesome Art Extravaganza featuring over 140 artisans, held annually in the Autumn Gardens of Houmas House Plantation every second weekend of October.



River Road African American Museum
406 Charles Street
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: Kathe Hambrick
Phone: 225-474-5553
kathe@africanamericanmuseum.org
www.africanamericanmuseum.org
Hours: Wed - Sat 10 am - 5 pm;
Sun 1 pm - 5 pm
Admission: Yes
Tour Length: 30 min.
Dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting artifacts, the River Road African American Museum and Gallery provides positive information about the history and culture of African-Americans who were enslaved in this region. Traditions that have been passed down through art, music, dance, storytelling, cooking and crafts are celebrated here.


St. Emma Plantation
1283 Highway 1 South
Donaldsonville, LA 70346
Contact: Shelby Gilley
Phone: 225-922-9225
Hours: By appointment only
Admission: Yes
Tour Length: 1-2 hours
Company Policy: Escort & Driver
Group Size (Min/Max): 25+
This home was built in 1847 by one of the leading sugar planters of the day. The site of the Battle of Kock’s Plantation, a skirmish in 1863 when Union forces were surprised by a contingent of Texas troops and were routed, suffering significant losses. St. Emma is filled with Empire period furniture suitable to the original construction date.



Tanger Outlet Center
2410 Tanger Blvd., Ste. 161
Gonzales, LA 70737
Contact: Jeanne St.Germain
Phone: 225-647-9383 or (800) 406-2112
Fax: 225-647-1724
www.tangeroutlet.com
Hours: Mon - Sat 9 am - 9 pm;
Sun 11 pm - 6 pm
Admission: No
Tour Length: Varies
Group Size (Min/Max): 13+
Over 50 designer and manufacturer outlet stores and restaurants are featured in this popular outlet mall. Special coupon vouchers and incentives are available for groups. At Tanger, every day is sale day.



Tee Joe Gonzales Museum
217 West Main
Gonzales, La. 70737
Contact: Betty Latuso
Phone: 225-647-9552
Fax: 225-647-4338
latuso@gonzalesla.com
www.gonzalesla.com
Hours: By appointment only
Admission: No
Tour Length: As needed or with guide (30-45 min.)
Group Size (Min/Max): 20-25
Come experience a step back in time! Tour the home of the founding father of Gonzales. The home sits on the original site along New River.



Tickfaw Water Taxi
12475 River Highlands Drive
St. Amant, LA 70774
Contact: Bobbie Perry
Phone: 225-315-4971
Fax: 225-698-9257
b.perry@tickfawwatertaxi.com
www.tickfawwatertaxi.com
Open 7 days a week
Hours: Varies by season
Admission: Swamp Tour $25.00 for Adults
Tour Length: 3 hours
Group Size (Min/Max): 25
Swamp Tour, Moonlight Cruises & Private Rentals. Play for the day or stay for a weekend. Experience the Spirit of South Louisiana with sights, sounds and flavors that made us famous.