Whitney Plantation + Soul of New Orleans City Tour Combo

Overview

Whitney Plantation + Soul of New Orleans Combo Tour
Start your journey at the powerful Whitney Plantation, the only museum in Louisiana dedicated to telling the story of enslaved people through their eyes. Walk the grounds where lives were bound to the brutal system of plantation slavery. Explore preserved cabins, memorials, and hear firsthand narratives through a self-guided audio tour, allowing for personal reflection. After a lunch break in New Orleans, continue with the Soul of New Orleans city tour, where we dive deep into the distinct differences between plantation slavery and urban slavery. Explore how enslaved Africans in New Orleans shaped the city’s architecture, food, music, and culture — laying the foundation for jazz, Mardi Gras Indians, and Creole identity. This journey showcases the resilience, creativity, and resistance that birthed a cultural revolution. Black history that can’t be erased, from the fields of suffering to the streets of New Orleans’ cultural revolution.

City: New Orleans

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $129.00

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $129.00

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What's Included

Buffet Food (If option is selected)

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Whitney Plantation

Slavery Exhibits: Explore the various exhibits that focus on the lives of the enslaved people who lived and worked on the Whitney Plantation. These exhibits include original buildings, slave cabins, memorials, and artwork that aim to convey the harsh realities of slavery. Wall of Honor: Take a moment to visit the Wall of Honor, which displays the names of more than 350 enslaved individuals who lived on the plantation. This tribute helps personalize their stories and allows visitors to reflect on the human impact of slavery. Memorial Artwork: The museum features thought-provoking memorial artwork, such as the "Field of Angels" sculpture, which represents the estimated 2,200 enslaved children who died in St. John the Baptist Parish.

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Studio Be

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Congo Square

Discover the vibrant heartbeat of New Orleans at Congo Square, the birthplace of jazz. Step into a place rich with cultural significance and historical resonance. This hallowed ground was where enslaved Africans gathered to celebrate their heritage through music, dance, and storytelling, creating the rhythmic foundation of jazz that would resonate across the world. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Congo Square as you explore its storied past and feel the echoes of the vibrant musical traditions that still thrive in New Orleans today. Experience the magic and soul of Congo Square and embrace the origins of jazz.

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