Cane River National Heritage Area

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While in the Cane River Heritage Area, we went to two plantations: The Melrose Plantation and the Magnolia Plantation. The Melrose Plantation is a must see while you are ... more on TripAdvisor

St. Augustine Catholic Church was worth the drive along the Cane River. Beautiful historic church and cemetery. What a surprise to find Clementine Hunter's ... more on TripAdvisor

There are several plantations in the heritage area: Oakland, Magnolia, Melrose, and I'm sure I'm forgetting at least one, all worth a visit if the interest and time allows. Melrose is the only one tha ... more on TripAdvisor

This part of Louisiana is steeped in history unique to the area. The story of the Cane River Creoles is particularly interesting-esp. a trip to Melrose Plantation. Our tour guide was very well-informe ... more on TripAdvisor

This is one of the best places we have ever visited. What makes it so is its wonderful people and unusual heritage. You can read about the heritage here: http://www.caneriverheritage.org/main_file.php ... more on TripAdvisor