Rural Life Museum Attraction

4.6/5
(378) · Museum in Baton Rouge, United States
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4.6/5 · 378 reviews
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Mar 27, 2025
This is absolutely a must-see Museum and grounds for anyone interested in history. Large indoor space displaying an enormous amount of items regarding rural life in Louisiana. Many large displays of …Full review by John M
Jun 27, 2024
I cannot believe I’ve never been to this museum all the times I visited family in the area. It’s my favorite thing I have ever experienced in Baton Rouge (besides eating great food). Inside exhibit…Full review by babycub2005
May 29, 2024
This museum was so interesting and profound. This is the first time I've seen any of the devices used by slave owners to maintain control over their slaves. I found this experience unexpectedly movin…Full review by Tatersmo
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Is there parking available for RV’s? Nearest RV Park?
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There is a nice parking lot there but I don’t know of any RV parks.
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Answer by Wayne E · Apr 7, 2018
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Is it pet friendly? Rv parking?
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Yes to RV parking, nice large parking lot; don’t know about pets as I didn’t see any. Perhaps they indicate on their website.
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How much time should we allow for our visit? We may be stopping en route from the Florida Panhandle to Lake Charles.
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I would recommend at least 3 - 4 hours. You'll want to tour the original house, the museum and drive through the grounds.
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Answer by Susan F · Oct 1, 2017
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Is is easy to get from cruise ship dock to the park? You best suggestion for transportation for Four adults visiting on May 1.
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You can get a taxi or Uber...probably about 15-20 min. from where you will dock...blessings
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What cost for age 68 ?
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$9.00.
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