BREC's Magnolia Mound

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BREC's Magnolia Mound MMP holds daily tours of the plantation home and outbuildings. Educational exhibits are displayed quarterly. http://www.friendsofmagnoliamound.org/

Through educational programs, workshops, lectures, festivals and other special events, Magnolia Mound's mission is to illustrate and interpret the lifestyle of the French Creoles who formed the fascinating culture which still influences the area. Located in the state’s capitol, BREC's Magnolia Mound is a rare survivor of the vernacular architecture influenced by early settlers from France and the West Indies. This venerable landmark is unique in southern Louisiana not simply because of its age, quality of restoration or outstanding collections, but because it is still a vital part of the community. Through educational programs, workshops, lectures, festivals and other special events, MMP’s mission is to illustrate and interpret the lifestyle of the French Creoles who formed the fascinating culture, which still influences and pervades life in southern Louisiana. A number of special events are held throughout the year, including a French Creole Christmas Candlelight Tour and Black History Month. The plantation also hosts an historical society and occasional workshops and demonstrations on arts and crafts such as quilting, black powder muskets, lace tatting, and open-hearth cooking.

Interested in the medical practices of the 19th century, and what some of these instruments were used for? Come out to ...
10/16/2026

Interested in the medical practices of the 19th century, and what some of these instruments were used for? Come out to our Candlelight and Memory tours on Thursday, October 22 and Thursday, October 29 at 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Step into the past as evening falls and discover how families in early 19th-century Louisiana honored their loved ones. By candlelight, explore the customs, spaces, and stories of mourning that once shaped daily life within these walls. This guided tour offers a thoughtful look at remembrance, tradition, and community in another era. Explore the grounds to learn more about prevalent diseases, medical practices, and herbal remedies of the time. Can’t attend the guided tour, do a walking tour for the price of regular admission.

Tickets can be purchased at brec.org

Baton Rouge Cemeteries by Faye PhillipsThis volume is a compilation of photographs portraying cemeteries in the Baton Ro...
10/16/2026

Baton Rouge Cemeteries by Faye Phillips

This volume is a compilation of photographs portraying cemeteries in the Baton Rouge area. In addition to the photos are snippets of the history and historical figures surround the multitude of burials. Famous residents, original inhabitants, and war veterans make up a few of the figures associated with Baton Rouge's early history. Even a few figures of Magnolia Mound's past are mentioned.

Funeral Tours: These pictures are from the funeral tours in 1999. The reenactors demonstrate various funeral practices...
10/13/2026

Funeral Tours: These pictures are from the funeral tours in 1999. The reenactors demonstrate various funeral practices of the 19th century.

Today you can see the house decorated in creole mourning customs.

This year, we are adding 2 new candlelight tours: Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm; and Thursday, October 29 at 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Tickets can be purchased at brec.org

Step into the past as evening falls and discover how families in early 19th-century Louisiana honored their loved ones. By candlelight, explore the customs, spaces, and stories of mourning that once shaped daily life within these walls. This guided tour offers a thoughtful look at remembrance, tradition, and community in another era. Explore the grounds to learn more about prevalent diseases, medical practices, and herbal remedies of the time. If you can't attend at guided tour, you can do a walking tour for the regular admission price.

Step back in time and discover Louisiana’s mourning traditions. 🕯️📚Join us for Candlelight + Memory: Mourning Traditions...
10/08/2026

Step back in time and discover Louisiana’s mourning traditions. 🕯️📚
Join us for Candlelight + Memory: Mourning Traditions in Early Louisiana at Magnolia Mound! Explore the customs, spaces, and stories of mourning by candlelight.

🗓️ Oct. 22 + 29
🕐 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/candlelight-memory.

Don’t miss this unique experience!

Doll Pieces- These ceramic doll pieces found by LSU archaeology students in the 1970s represent an array of 19th century...
10/08/2026

Doll Pieces-

These ceramic doll pieces found by LSU archaeology students in the 1970s represent an array of 19th century styles. These items were found in an area behind the historic house. Ceramic pieces such as these were attached to a cloth body. Over time, the organic materials of the torso would rot away while buried, leaving behind the ceramic pieces. Germany and France had large toy producing industries and they would've been imported into the United States.

The fall festivities at our annual Pumpkin Patch made for a great afternoon! We still have pumpkins available if you mis...
10/05/2026

The fall festivities at our annual Pumpkin Patch made for a great afternoon! We still have pumpkins available if you missed yesterday. Stop by the Turner Family Visitor Center today to pick yours.

Grand Soiree InvitationThis invitation was sent out to dozens of donors for a private gathering in April of 1975 to cele...
09/30/2026

Grand Soiree Invitation

This invitation was sent out to dozens of donors for a private gathering in April of 1975 to celebrate the opening of Magnolia Mound Plantation as a BREC museum. This document is kept in a climate-controlled area in an archival container to prevent further deterioration of this over fifty-year-old item.

09/30/2026

No trip to the pumpkin patch is complete without you! 🎃🌿
Find your perfect pumpkin THIS WEEKEND at Magnolia Mound Pumpkin Patch in partnership with East Baton Rouge Master Gardener volunteers!

🗓️Oct. 4
🕐 1 - 4 p.m.

Learn more: brec.org/calendar/detail/magnolia-mound-pumpkin-patch.

Postcard This postcard is one of the earliest depictions of Magnolia Mound. Postcards provided a convenient and inexpen...
09/24/2026

Postcard

This postcard is one of the earliest depictions of Magnolia Mound. Postcards provided a convenient and inexpensive means of correspondence for travelers to send small messages and documents where they’ve been. This item is kept in our Pictorial Archive with other photographs, slides, and pictures.

Magnolia Mound: A Louisiana River Plantation This 1984 book about the history of Magnolia Mound was funded, researched, ...
09/22/2026

Magnolia Mound: A Louisiana River Plantation

This 1984 book about the history of Magnolia Mound was funded, researched, and written through the efforts of the Board of Trustees of Magnolia Mound. As the first featured book from the Magnolia Mound Research Library, it is only appropriate to feature a book about Magnolia Mound. This specific book was gifted to the library in 2020 by the estate of a former board member.

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2161 Nicholson Drive
Baton Rouge, LA
70802

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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+12253434955

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