National Parks / Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
National Historical Park and Preserve — LA
In Jean Lafitte's day, silver and gold filled a pirate's treasure chest, but today's treasures are people, places, and memories. Discover New Orleans’ rich cultural mix. Learn Cajun traditions from people who live them. Watch an alligator bask on a bayou’s bank. Walk in the footsteps of the men who fought at 1815’s Battle of New Orleans. Follow the link to discover the treasure of Jean Lafitte.
Current Alerts
- CautionBarataria Visitor Center and Trails are Closed
Because of upcoming demolition and construction of the trails and Visitor Center, all trails at the Barataria Preserve and the Visitor Center are closed, with the exception of Twin Canals Trail. This is a day-use area only with no restrooms. Visitor services are relocated to the Wetlands Education Center and trails at 4917 City Park Drive, Jean Lafitte, 70067. Rangers will be on site Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 am to 2 pm for programming and ranger talks at the Town of Lafitte's Civic Center.
- CautionAcadian Cultural Center Temporarily Closed
The Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette is temporarily closed due to HVAC issues. Join us at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center in Eunice for programs and events 5 days a week, Tuesday through Saturday.
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Chalmette Battlefield - Battle of New Orleans TalkSun Aug 23 2026Chalmette Battlefield 1 Battlefield Road Chalmette, LA 70043
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - National Park Week Candle MakingTue Aug 25 2026Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 West Park Ave, Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - My Louisiana by Cassidy BreauxTue Aug 25 2026250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
- French Quarter - Talkin' Jazz: In Concert with Mark BraudThu Aug 27 2026National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - My Louisiana by Cassidy BreauxThu Aug 27 2026250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Ranger RecipesThu Aug 27 2026Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Louisiana Tea and CoffeeFri Aug 28 2026Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Louisiana Tea and CoffeeFri Aug 28 2026Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
- French Quarter - Jazz Program - Sean Clark Trio featuring Saskia WalkerFri Aug 28 2026National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
- French Quarter - Jazz Program - Dylan Decker TrioSat Aug 29 2026National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - National Park Week Story Time: Read with a RangerSat Aug 29 2026250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Hurricanes of the Past: Talk and Candle MakingSat Aug 29 2026250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Cooking DemonstrationSat Aug 29 2026Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
- French Quarter - Arrowhead Jazz BandTue Sep 01 2026National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
- French Quarter - Jazz Program - Local MusiciansWed Sep 02 2026National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
- Barataria Preserve - Wetland Trace WalkWed Sep 02 2026This is an offsite program. Meet at trailhead at Wetland Trace at 4917 City Park St, Jean Lafitte, LA 70067
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center: Stress Relief Coloring HourWed Sep 02 2026250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Family Game NightThu Sep 03 2026Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
- French Quarter - Jazz Program - Local MusiciansThu Sep 03 2026National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
- Barataria Preserve - Read with a Ranger at Lafitte LibraryThu Sep 03 2026Program takes place off site at Lafitte Library located at 4917 City Park St Suite B, Lafitte, LA 70067