I thought I had already posted a paragraph on the Cane River Area however I took many pictures and perhaps the write up went to another site. This is an area that is just a short distance off the Interstate and is worth your time to visit. Some of the sites and attractions are free and if you are traveling... More

The history is wonderful wouldn't take anything for this experience, can't wait to go back. Can't even describe the beauty of this place. More

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 in the area. It was the home of Clementine Hunter, the famous primitive Louisiana artist. More

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 burial place. The story of the Metoyer family was interesting and inspirational. More

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 that charges admission though, so be prepared, you don't get to just walk around and explore on your own. I noticed that each of these plantations... More

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/historicsites.php. Whether you are checking out the house from the movie Steel Magnolias, purchasing pecans from "Louisiana Pecans" or touring Melrose Plantation we were charmed by the areas history, but mostly... More

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-informed and interesting. Melrose is different from most plantations in that it was owned and operated by former slaves and the children of slaves! Natchitoches is a beautiful... More