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We look forward to welcoming you to the Old Governor’s Mansion. You and your students will get to walk up a secret staircase, see a grand ballroom, and explore a building known as Louisiana’s White House.
A few things to know before you arrive for a guided tour:
Ages recommended
All are welcome, however, children between the ages of 8 and 17 will benefit the most from the tour.
Ideal group size
Although the ideal size for a group tour is 12-15 persons, we can accommodate groups of up to 50 guests. Groups exceeding 50 will be asked to split into two or more separate tour times.
Lunch
Weather permitting, you are welcome to bring bagged lunches and enjoy them in the Rose Garden or on the lawn.
Admission is Free
Museum Hours
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Getting Here
Louisiana's Old Governor’s Mansion
502 North Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Quick history to share
The mansion was built in 1930, when Huey Long was governor. He schemed his way into building the mansion, making up stories of infestation to justify tearing down the home on the site, and using his power to grab $150,000 to build the replacement.
Nine governors resided in the Old Governor’s Mansion during an era of raucous politics and grand gestures. Jimmie Davis, famous for popularizing “You Are My Sunshine,” was the last governor to live in the mansion.
Designed by New Orleans architects, the mansion is mostly Georgian, which has its roots in English history, but it also has French and Louisiana elements as well, such as the French mansard roof and the state seal surrounded by classical Roman garlands above the front door.
Students will see a hidden staircase, the grand ballroom, a water-cooled solarium, the Rose Garden, and a replica of the Oval Office.
Louisiana’s Old State Capitol
Please also consider a visit to our companion museum, the Old State Capitol. Located on the same side of the street and just three blocks toward the river, the Old State Capitol also offers FREE admission. Note that the OSC has different operating times.