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Published by the

West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitor’s Bureau

2750 North Westport Drive, Port Allen, LA 70767

225-344-2920 1-800-654-9701www.westbatonrouge.net

e-mail: [email protected]

Welcome to West Baton Rouge ..........................4

Important numbers ...............................................5

Regional Map ........................................................6

A sweet location ...................................................8

Attractions ..............................................................9

Festivals.................................................................20

Calendar of Events .............................................22

Lodging ................................................................28

Day trips from West Baton Rouge .....................32

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West Baton Rouge is our home and just like good friends, we welcome you to our home. Our location just minutes from the states capital city of Baton Rouge, one hour from New Orleans and just minutes from Lafayette and Louisiana’s Cajun Country, makes us the perfect hub for adventure in Louisiana’s Plantation Country.

Whether it is one of our many unique fairs and festivals, exploring our local history on the great Mississippi River Road or our award winning sugar museum, West Baton Rouge has something for everyone.

Our unique down home style restaurants and family friendly hotels are second to none. Our people are some of the friendliest you will find in the country.

We thank you for visiting our parish and if there is anything we can do to make your stay better, please feel free to call one of the travel professionals at the West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitors Bureau or stop by the Tourist Information Center .

On behalf of the Parish Administration and the West Baton Rouge Council, I welcome you to West Baton Rouge Parish and hope your stay here is one filled with many pleasant memories.

Riley L. Berthelot, Jr.West Baton Rouge Parish President

West Baton Rouge is “On the River, On the Way” with great accommodations and our location is the perfect hub for adventure in South Louisiana. Every season of the year, anytime of day, there’s something to delight you in and around West Baton Rouge Parish.

Looking for ideas, stop by the West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitors Bureau and visit our Tourist Information Center for great day trips, brochures, maps or information on anything in the great state of Louisiana.

We welcome you and hope your visit here is the first of many. Les le bon temps roule!

Sharon Boudreaux-StamExecutive Director

West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Welcome to West Baton Rouge

www.westbatonrouge.net

POLICE DEPARTMENTS:

West Baton Rouge Sheriff: 225-343-9234Port Allen: 225-343-5525 Brusly: 225-749-2980Addis: 225-687-8881

LOCAL HOSPITALS:

Baton Rouge General - Mid City3600 Florida Blvd.Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Baton Rouge General - Blue Bonnet8585 Picardy Ave.Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Our Lady of the Lake Hospital5000 Hennessey Blvd.Baton Rouge, LA 70808

AFTER HOURS MEDICAL FACILITIES:

Lake After Hours:2380 O’Neal Lane Suite A, Baton Rouge12525 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge3333 Drusilla Lane #A, Baton Rouge123 Lee Drive, Baton Rouge

Louisiana Urgent Care4451 Highway 1 SouthBrusly, LA 70719225-749-2273

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Important numbers


Vicksburg

MISSISSIPPI

New Orleans

Baton Rouge

West Baton Rouge

Grand Isle

Gulfport Biloxi

Lafayette

NewRoads

Natchez

Jackson

Houma

Opelousas

ARKANSAS

TEXAS

LOUISIANA

Shreveport

Natchitoches

Alexandria

Monroe

Hammond

Lake Charles

McComb

Yazoo City

Gulf of Mexico 0 40 mi

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The Heart of Plantation Sugar Country

The Perfect Hub for Adventure in South Louisiana


Vicksburg

MISSISSIPPI

New Orleans

Baton Rouge

West Baton Rouge

Grand Isle

Gulfport Biloxi

Lafayette

NewRoads

Natchez

Jackson

Houma

Opelousas

ARKANSAS

TEXAS

LOUISIANA

Shreveport

Natchitoches

Alexandria

Monroe

Hammond

Lake Charles

McComb

Yazoo City

Gulf of Mexico 0 40 mi

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MILEAGE CHARTWest Baton Rouge to:

Houston, TX 266 milesLake Charles 125 milesLafayette 50 milesGrand Isle 160 milesNew Orleans 84 milesGulfport, MS 138 milesSt. Francisville 33 milesNatchez, MS 93 milesJackson, MS 177 miles

LOCATION

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West Baton Rouge has long had a love affair

with the Mississippi River. It was the Mississippi

transportation route and the fertile land adjacent

to the river that drew the first settlers here almost

300 years ago. Today, West Baton Rouge’s sweet

location as a key transportation route in the heart of

Plantation Country draws visitors from throughout

the world.

Not only does West Baton Rouge offer an

enticing view of plantation life and the ease and

comfort of a smaller community, it is also the

perfect hub for day trips to all points of this region.

West Baton Rouge pays homage to its beloved

waterway with a new Riverfront Development,

complete with brick walkways, benches and

decorative lighting. Sit comfortably and view the

busy river, its bridges, and the ever changing

skyline of Baton Rouge.

While the Mighty Mississippi has special

prominence here, West Baton Rouge offers

much more! The West Baton Rouge Museum is

dedicated to telling the story of sugar cane and

early plantation life. It does so in grand style -

offering tours of a plantation owner’s home and

slave quarters, a miniature working model of a

sugar mill, and the fascinating stories of life here

long ago.

A Sweet


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Port Allen

Port Allen was incorporated in 1916, and got its name from Henry Watkins Allen, owner of Allendale Plantation and the last Confederate governor of Louisiana during the Civil War. The beginning of its importance as a transportation hub was noted as early as the mid-1800s, when a major railroad terminal was completed here. Today it is a busy and thriving community of many different industries. Attractions include the West Baton Rouge Museum, Old Ferry Landing Park and promonade with spectacular views of the Mississippi River and downtown Baton Rouge, Hero’s Plaza and Gov. Allen statue, Port Allen Middle School (a beautiful art deco building), and the Port Allen Lock next to the Port of Greater Baton Rouge.


760 Highway 415Port Allen, Louisiana 70767

Phone: (225) 338-0921Fax (225) 338-0922

“Daily Lunch Specials”

Boudin BallsCracklins

www.bergeronsboudin.com

Specialty Meats

Hog Head Cheese

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1086 Lobdell Hwy.Port Allen, LA 70767

(225) 346-6705Fax: (225) 346-6712

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Daily Lunch Buffet or order off the menu

Hours: Monday – Friday 10:30 am – 2:00 pm

Catering services

Restaurant & Catering

2265 Court St.Port Allen, LA 70767

Phone: 225-387-5111Fax: 225-387-5114

Live -Bands2753 Court Street

Port Allen, LAClose to All Hotels

Open: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.Monday - Sunday

225-383-0674

Joe Joe’s

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Bourg’sDrug Store

Locally Owned and Operated for

Over 50 Years.

484 Louisiana Ave. Port Allen

Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Phone # 225-344-1077Owner: Greg Lowe

Large selection of Circle E Candles“We ship via UP”

Discover Sugar Country & its Sugar Heritage

Visit the West Baton Rouge Museum Campus

How sweet it is! The West Baton Rouge Museum is the only museum in the nation that features the history of sugar agriculture from slavery times through the Civil Rights era. The historic structures at the Museum illustrate life on a sugar plantation from the antebellum period (1830-1860) through Reconstruction (1870-1880) to the Civil Rights Era in the 1960s all set on the same plantation, Allendale.

The four-acre campus includes five historic structures – the Aillet House, ca. 1830, a French Creole cottage that illustrates a small sugar planter’s home; the Allendale slave dwelling, ca. 1850; the Allendale Cabin, ca. 1870, a dwelling for the newly freed slaves; and the Allendale Plantation Cabin, ca 1960, a one-room Acadian style made of old cypress.

The slave cabin housed slaves of Henry Watkins Allen,

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West Baton Rouge Museum

the last Confederate governor of Louisiana and the man for whom Port Allen was named. Each of the historic structures contains furnishings and utensils of that time period, and museum guides describe life in sugar country.

The museum itself, located within the parish’s old Greek Revival style courthouse, features south Louisiana history and art exhibitions. One highlight of the Museum is a 1904 22-foot working sugar mill model that shows the process of sugar production from sugar cane to raw sugar.

The museum, which was nationally accredited in 2009, is open from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and from 2 until 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission $4 Adults; $2 Seniors, children, Veterans, AAA members. Located at 845 North Jefferson Street in Port Allen. Phone: (225) 336-2422 or 1-888-881-6811 www.westbatonrougemuseum.com

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Get A Close Up View Of Lock Operations

The heavily used Port Allen Lock connects the Mississippi River to the Intracoastal Waterway, shortening the distance of boat traffic to the Gulf of Mexico by approximately 120 miles. The massive Lock structure, built in 1961, has 90 ton doors and 64 feet sides. A Visitors Center, scheduled to open in October 2010 will provide an interactive model of the lock, a wildlife management presentation and videos. After browsing the center, visitors can go to the local wall to view tugboats locking through. Hours: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Large schools or tour groups should make reservations by calling 225-343-3752. International visitors must be pre-approved.

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• Sixacresofrurallifeandsugarhistory• Sixhistoricsugarplantationstructuresincluding1830splanter’sbighouse,slavecabin,1850ssharecroppercabin,shotgunhouseandmore

• InteractiveLouisianahistoryexhibits• Delightfultourguides• Giftshop

www.westbatonrougemuseum.com

845 N. Jefferson in Port Allen, LA(225) 336-2422

Toll Free: 1-888-881-6811

• Six acres of rural life and sugarsugar history

Discover Sugar Countryand its Sugar HeritageVisit the West Baton Rouge Museum

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Monday – Saturday 4:00 am – 7:00 pm

Sunday 4:00 am – 12:00 noon

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Lockmaster’s House

Hebert House

Cinclaire Sugar Mill

Historic District

Sandbar Plantation

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Brusly

Brusly is the oldest settlement in West Baton Rouge, established in the late 1700s. Still largely a rural agricultural community, Brusly boasts a warm and friendly atmosphere conducive to quiet family life. The town was incorporated in 1901, and today it is growing at a rapid rate, with several new residential developments, along with retail businesses establishing there. A driving tour of the area includes Sandbar Plantation Home, Cinclare Sugar Mill, the Lockmaster’s House, Hebert House, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the historic Back Brusly Oak, believed to be more than 400 years old.


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MUCH MORE

OPEN MON-SAT11 AM - 9 PM

CLOSED SUNDAYS

4151 LA Hwy 1Casa Loma Plaza

(225) 749-2343www.dcgrillwbr.com

Hours of operationMonday-Friday 7am-9pm

Saturday 10am-9pm Sunday 11am- 6pm

3225 S. Hwy. 1, Suite A Port Allen, LA225-448-3257225-448-3257

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Brandon Arceneaux

GIA Certified Diamond Grader

4163 Hwy 1 SouthPort Allen, LA

(IN THE CASA LOMA PLAZA)Phone (225)448-3945

Hours Monday - Friday 10:00AM-6:00PM

SatuSaturday 10:00AM-3:00PM

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Addis

The Town of Addis was founded in 1882, when a major railroad line established a depot there as part of the railroad line from New Orleans to Texas. Originally named Baton Rouge Junction, the name of the town was changed in 1908 to honor J.W. Addis, the railroad superintendent who convinced the company to build a depot, hotel, roundhouse and other facilities in Addis.

By 1920 businesses thrived and Addis became a commercial hub. That changed after World War II. Today, the rail line through Addis remains important to the chemical industry, and residents love its small community atmosphere. Attractions include the Addis Museum located in the old Bank of Addis, and Addis Railroad Historical Park.


Erwinville area

While not incorporated, Erwinville is a vibrant residential area of West Baton Rouge that boasts a beautiful park and community center. It is also home to State Capitol Raceway.

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Festivals

Mardi Gras Parades - The Addis Volunteer Fire Department Mardi Gras Parade is held on the second Sunday before Mardi Gras in Addis; and the Krewe of Good Friends Parade is held on the Sunday before Mardi Gras in Port Allen.

Kite Fest Louisiane Kites of all shapes and sizes abound at this festival that combines professional kite flyers with novice flyers who come out to enjoy kite making, see exotic kites and kite ballets, and to fly their own kites. Held in April.

4th Fest

Sugar Fest

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4th Fest - Food, music and a great view of fireworks on the Mississippi River. Held July 4

SugarFest - This celebration of sugar’s importance in West Baton Rouge was voted

a Top 20 Event in the Southeast. It includes living history demonstrations, food, and mule-driven grinding. Held at the West Baton Rouge Museum the first Sunday in October.


Smokin’ Oldies Cook Off

Veterans On Parade - This parade honors veterans for their service. Held the Sunday before Veterans Day in November.

Reflections of the Season It’s easy to get into the holiday spirit as you walk or ride to view the Christmas light displays. Weekends, enjoy carolers, performances and special activities, including a visit with Santa. Open nightly through December 25th. Closed on Mondays.

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Smokin’ Oldies Barbeque Cookoff - Dozens of cooks compete for top barbeque honors at this IBCA state sanctioned cookoff championship event. Enjoy 1950s and 60s music and activities while eating some great barbeque.

Oldies But Goodies Fest - Great 1950s, 60s & 70s music. Dance, costume, hula hoop contest, antique car show, and great entertainment.

in November.

Reflectionsof the Season


West Baton Rouge Parish 2010 Calendar of Events

JULY - DECEMBER, 2010

4th FestJuly 4, 2010 SundayAt the Port Allen RiverfrontCity of Port Allen225-336-2436

Sugarfest Oct. 3rd, 2010www.westbatonrougemuseum.comAt the West Baton Rouge Museum225-336-2422

Smokin Oldies BBQ Cook-offOct 9, 2010 www.westbatonrouge.netWest Baton Rouge CVB225-344-2920

Oldies But Goodies Fest Oct 16 & 17, 2010 www.westbatonrouge.netWest Baton Rouge CVB225-344-2920

Celebrating Louisiana WritersOct. 21, 2010 West Baton Rouge Library225-342-7920

Veteran’s Day ParadeNov. 7, 2010 SundayCity of Port Allen225-346-5670

Community Christmas Tree LightingDec. 1, 2010 WednesdayAt the Depot in Port Allen. 225-346-5670

Let It Snow! Holiday Open HouseDec. 5, 2010West Baton Rouge Museum225-336-2422www.westbatonrougemuseum.com


Rivertown Christmas Festival & ParadeDec, 2010 TBACity of Port Allen225-346-5670

Reflections of the Season Light Display December 1 – 25th 2010 West Baton Rouge Conference Center 225-344-2920 = 1-800-654-9701www.westbatonrouge.net

West Baton Rouge Parish 2011 Calendar of Events

Martin Luther King Day ParadeWBR Parish Mass ChoirJan. 15, 2011- Saturday225-344-2103

WBR Talented Art Student ShowWest Baton Rouge MuseumJan. 30 – Mar. 13, 2011www.westbatonrougemuseum.com225-336-2422

Black History ParadeFebruary 12, 2011Downtown Port Allen225-344-2103

49th Addis Volunteer Fireman’s Parade Feb. 27, 2011 Sunday 11amBegins on Front Street225-975-9588 or 749-8121

Krewe of Good Friends Mardi Gras ParadeMar. 6, 2011 Sunday 1pmJefferson Avenue, Downtown Port Allen225-344-9118


10th Annual Lagniappe Dulcimer FêteMar. 10 – 13, 2011At West Baton Rouge MuseumLagniappe Dulcimer Societywww.lagniappedulcimer.org Peggy Broussard 261-6696

Holy Family Bear FairApr 1- 3, 2011At Holy Family Parish Hall225-344-4100

7th Annual “Kite Fest Louisiana”Apr 1 – 3, 2011At West Baton Rouge Soccer Complexwww.westbatonrouge.netWest Baton Rouge CVB225-344-2920

Portraits in GrayApr.2 – July 2, 2011West Baton Rouge Museumwww.westbatonrougemuseum.com225-336-2422

16th Annual Spring Art ShowApr. 1- May 31, 2011West Baton Rouge Library225-342-7920

Summer History CampJun. 14-16, 2011www.westbatonrougemuseum.comWest Baton Rouge Museum225-336-2422

Juneteenth FestJune 18, 2011 SaturdayRay Helen LawrenceCity of Port Allen225-344-4830

5th Annual 4th FestJuly 4, 2011 MondayAt the Port Allen RiverfrontWBR Parks & Recreation225-336-2423


Cathartic Art: Remembering 9-11July – September, 2011West Baton Rouge Museumwww.westbatonrougemuseum.com225-336-2422

Morley, the Vanished Lumber TownJuly – September, 2011West Baton Rouge Museumwww.westbatonrougemuseum.com225-336-2422

The Civil War on the Home frontOct. 1 – December, 2011West Baton Rouge Museumwww.westbatonrougemuseum225-336-2422

Sugarfest Oct. 2 nd, 2011www.westbatonrougemuseum.comAt the West Baton Rouge Museum225-336-2422

Smokin Oldies BBQ Cook-offOct 8, 2011www.westbatonrouge.netWest Baton Rouge CVB225-344-292

Oldies But Goodies Fest Oct 15 & 16, 2011 www.westbatonrouge.netWest Baton Rouge CVB225-344-2920

Book Fair Oct 20– 29, 2011Holy Family School225-344-4100

Celebrating Louisiana WritersOct. 22, 2011 ThursdayWest Baton Rouge Library225-342-7920


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Brusly High School’s 100th AnniversaryLate October – Early January, 2012West Baton Rouge Museumwww.westbatonrougemuseum.com225-336-2422

Veteran’s Day ParadeNov. 6, 2011 SundayWest Baton Rouge CVBwww.westbatonrouge.net225-344-2920

Thanksgiving Food DriveNov. 15 – 19, 2011Holy Family School225-344-4100

Community Christmas Tree LightingDec. 2011 TBAAt the Depot225-346-5670

Reflections of the SeasonDecember 1st –25 th, 2011West Baton Rouge CVBwww.westbatonrouge.net225-344-2920

Let It Snow! Holiday Open HouseDec. 4th, 2011West Baton Rouge Museum225-336-2422

Rivertown Christmas Festival & ParadeDec. 2011 TBACity of Port Allen225-346-5670

Breakfast with SantaDec. 2011 TBAHoly Family School225-344-4100


1-800-654-9701 www.westbatonrouge.net

Downtown Port Allen

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NEW HOTEL! - 86 Rooms, 32 Suites - Wired & wireless highspeed - Micro Fridge in all rooms - Meeting room - Hot complimentery breakfast - Fitness Center - Business Center - Pool

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225-389-6655Fax: 225-389-6675

Located next to West Baton Rouge Conference CenterWithin 6 miles of LSU, Downtown Baton Rouge, and River Center

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Lodging

Hampton Inn & Suites 225-389-6655 or 1-800-HAMPTON2755 Commercial Drive Port Allen, Louisiana 70767www.hamptoninn.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 225-343-9967 or 1-888-400-97142860 North Westport DrivePort Allen, Louisiana 70767www.holidayinn.com

Best Western Magnolia Manor 225-344-3638 or 1-800-264-8554234 Lobdell Highway Port Allen, Louisiana 70767www.bestwestern.com/magnoliamanor

Comfort Suites 225-343-43002880 N. Westport Drive Port Allen, Louisiana 70767www.comfortsuites.com/hotel-port_allen-louisiana-LA109

Econo Lodge 225-300-8300 3051 La. Highway 1 South Port Allen, Louisiana 70764www.econolodgeportallen.com

Quality Inn & Suites 225-343-4821 or 1-800-465-4359131 Lobdell Highway Port Allen, Louisiana 70767 www.choisehotels.com/hotel/LA201.com

Super 8 225-381-9134821 South Lobdell HighwayPort Allen, Louisiana 70767www.Super8.com

Motel 6 225-343-59452800 I-10 Frontage road Port Allen, Louisiana 70767www.motel6.com

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Audubon Inn 225-383-7188722 S. Lobdell Highway Port Allen Louisiana 70767

Baton Rouge West Inn 225-387-0671215 Lobdell Highway Port Allen, Louisiana. 70767 [email protected]

Campgrounds

Cajun Country Campground 225-383-8554 or 1-800-264-85544667 Rebelle Lane (Off 415 & Rosedale Road)Port Allen, Louisiana 70767

Tourist Information and Conference Center

Come visit our inviting and spacious West Baton Rouge Tourist Information and Conference Center. We’ve got all the information you need on touring Loui-siana served up in a warm and friendly atmosphere, with clean restrooms and complimentary coffee.

2750 North Westport Drive, Port AllenExit #151 off I-10

1-800-654-9701 or www.westbatonrouge.netOpen daily 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

(Closed on major holidays)

For additional information, contact:JASON LEBLANC – EVENT COORDINATOR

225-388-9125EMAIL: [email protected]

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This Multi-Purpose Facility is host to:• Agriculture-related

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DAY TRIPS FROM WEST BATON ROUGE

The Tourist Information Specialists at the West Baton Rouge CVB can map out your personal day planner highlighting the special attractions below.

PLANTATION RIVER ROAD SOUTH10a.m. - Begin your plantation Country tour at the

West Baton Rouge Museum. Experience pre-Civil War life in the South and learn about sugarcane from the field to the factory. View 5 historic houses including the 1850 Allendale Slave cabins, a Circa 1830 French Creole plantation home 22-foot model of a real sugar mill.

11:30-1 p.m. - On to Nottoway Plantation Restaurant & Inn, the largest plantation home in the South. Built in 1859, this Greek Revival and Italianate mansion boasts 53,000 square feet. Have lunch in the elegant yet casual Mansion Restaurant. (Hwy. LA -1, South)

2:15 p.m. - A tour at Laura Creole Plantation details the life of women, slaves, children, and is said to be the best history tour in the U.S. (Hwy. LA – 1, South – Hwy. 18)

4 p.m. Arrive at Oak Alley Plantation - The most photographed plantation in the South. Located in Vacherie on Hwy. 18, it is a National historic landmark. Dine at The Cabin Restaurant on your way back to your West Baton Rouge hotel. Unique in the entire world, The Cabin began as one of the ten original slave dwellings of the Monroe Plantation, and is approximately 150 years old.

A DAY IN CAJUN COUNTRY8:00 or 10 a.m. departure - Head west from your

hotel on Interstate I-10. You are just 30 minutes from your first stop at McGhee’s Landing, Inc., Exit #115 at Henderson.

Swamp tour- Your swamp tour will take you into the interior of one of America’s greatest river swamps, the


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Atchafalaya Basin.

Lunch - On the bayou at Pat’s Restaurant. After lunch, travel down I-10 to the next Exit #109. Take Highway 31 to St. Martinville, the place where Cajun began. Continue to travel south on Highway 31 to New Iberia and follow the signs to Avery Island.

Avery Island - Take a tour of the factory, see how the hot peppers are grown, and how Tabasco sauce is made and used. Tour the Tabasco Pepper Factory, and then enjoy the Jungle Gardens and the Bird Sanctuary.

A Cajun dinner – From Avery Island travel north to Lafayette for some true Cajun music and food at Prejean’s on I-49. After dinner return to your West Baton Rouge Hotel just 45 minutes away.

A DAY IN NEW ORLEANS8:30 a.m. - Depart from your West Baton Rouge hotel

and travel approximately 90 miles to the French Quarter in New Orleans on I-10 East. Arrive downtown New Orleans at about 9:45 or 10 a.m.

10:00 a.m. - First stop is Café Du Monde for coffee and beignets in the French Market near Jackson Square.

10:30-12:30 p.m. - Tour the famous Jackson Square. Visit the Cabildo, the site for the signing of the Louisiana Purchase. See the Presbytere’s splendid Mardi Gras regalia, and at the Old U.S. Mint see memorabilia and photos in the Jazz exhibit, including Louis Armstrong’s first horn. Stroll the square’s many shops, and be entertained by street entertainers and artists.

12:30-2:00p.m. - Lunch time in the French Quarter.

2:00 p.m. - (Option One) Visit the Aquarium of the Americas, one of the top five aquariums in the U.S., and the Entergy IMAX Theatre. If time permits cross the street to visit the Riverwalk, located on the Mighty Mississippi.

2:00 p.m. - (Option Two) Take a river cruise on one of several steamboat lines. Various points of interest and destinations available. See the steam engine room, listen to a jazz band, and enjoy the steam calliope concert.

4:30-5:00p.m. - Return to West Baton Rouge and

dine at a place of your choosing.A DAY CLOSE TO HOME

IN BATON ROUGE10 a.m. - Visit the USS KIDD. Walk the decks of

the historic warship and nautical center on the Mighty Mississippi. See a full scale model of the USS Constitution gun deck and tribute to General Chennault’s Flying Tigers; a fully restored P-40 fighter plane.

Note: A free trolley is available Monday – Friday from 10:30a.m. until 2:30p.m., providing transportation among downtown attractions.

11 a.m. - Walk across the street one block north to the Old State Capital. This beautiful building houses Louisiana’s political and governmental history.

Noon - Walk back across the street to the Capital City Grill for a scrumptious meal or try many other downtown restaurants within walking distance.

1:15 p.m. - A few blocks west is the Old Governor’s Mansion, a Georgian style building constructed in 1930 to look like the U.S. White House.

2:30 p.m. - The Louisiana State Capital began as the dream of one man- Huey Long. It has since become a symbol of the pride, the history and the spirit of the people of Louisiana. Constructed in the 1930’s, it is the tallest capital building in the United States at 450 feet high. The view from the 27th floor is spectacular.

3:30 p.m. - Tour the Louisiana State Museum, across from the State Capital; or

Option 1 - Go shopping at the Mall of Louisiana, Exit #162.

Option 2 - Visit the Rural Life Museum. The Museum is a 450- acre research plantation including a commissary, overseer’s house, kitchen, slave cabin, sick house, school house, blacksmiths shop, sugar house and grist mill and barn. Exit #160.

7 p.m. - Dine at a restaurant close to your West Baton Rouge hotel or choose from the many great Baton Rouge Restaurants.


DECEMBER 2010

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A DAY IN PLANTATION COUNTRY NORTH

9:00 a.m. - Leave your West Baton Rouge Hotel for St. Francisville.

(I-110 North to Hwy. 61)

9:50 a.m. - Arrive at your first stop, Rosedown Plantation. Glorious, century old gardens at Rosedown and Afton Villa, inspired by the fabulous gardens of the 18th century France, have been restored to their original grandeur.

11:00 a.m. - Dine at the famous OxBow Restaurant next to the Myrtles Plantation, known as the most haunted house in the South.

1:30 p.m. - Travel into the woods to Greenwood Plantation. Built in the 1830 Greek Revival style, it burned in 1960, was restored and was the location for several movies, such as North & South.

2:30 p.m. - Stroll quaint antique stores, gift shops and artists’ galleries in downtown St. Francisville. After shopping, return home to your West Baton Rouge hotel.

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Kite Fest • April4th Fest • July 4 Sugar Fest • Oct.

Smokin’ Oldies Barbecue Cook-Off • Oct.Oldies But Goodies Fest • Oct.

Veterans on Parade • Nov. Reflections of the Season • Dec.

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Contact InformationWest Baton Rouge Convention and Visitors Bureau1-800-654-9701

West Baton Rouge Tourist Information Center225-344-2920

West Baton Rouge Conference Center225-344-29272750 North Westport Dr.Port Allen, LA 70767www.westbatonrouge.net

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