Port Allen lies west of Baton Rouge and is in the West Baton Rouge Parish. West Baton Rouge was one of nineteen original parishes established by the Orleans Territory's government. The small Parish offers many points of interest to tour or drive by along its scenic byways and rural highways. Best Western Port Allen Louisiana.
Things to do in Port Allen
Addis Museum in the Bank of Addis
This building is listed on the National Register as a fine example of a commercial and public buildings. The Addis Museum houses a collection of photographs, memorabilia, and exhibits on Addis' history as a railroad town. Located on Ray Rivet Street, west of LA Hwy. 1 near Port Allen. Find Best Western Port Allen lodging nearby. Call 225-687-4844 for more information.
Allendale Plantation Cabin at the West Baton Rouge Museum
Also at the museum is the Allendale Plantation Cabin which was originally built before the civil war to house the slaves of Henry Watkins Allen, the last Confederate Governor of Louisiana and the man for whom Port Allen was named. Located on the grounds of the Museum in Port Allen.
Catherine Plantation
The house has been moved three times because swift currents of the river in that area have caused levee setbacks. It is believed to have been built around 1790. Last moved in 1933, it is a French plantation cottage built of cypress and bousillage (a mixture of mud and moss used in construction during that period). This home is a private residence. Louisiana Highway 1.
City of Port Allen Railroad Depot
Train fanatics will appreciate this museum. The recently-restored 19th century depot building, train car, and platform are located between LA Hwy. 1 and the Union Pacific train tracks. The museum and train car are open for tourists Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Call 225-383-8760 for more information.
Poplar Grove Plantation
Located 10 minutes form downtown Baton Rouge, this exotic Victorian plantation was originally built for the 1884 World's Fair. Group tours and meals are available with advance reservations. Tours by appointment only. Call 225-344-3913 for more information.
Scott's Cemetery
Scott's Cemetary is where you'll find the burial place of African Americans important to West Baton Rouge history. The cemetery dates back to the 1850's. Located in Port Allen on the corner of Court and Commerce streets near the old ferry landing. Call 225-383-2234 for more information.
State Capitol Dragway
This quarter mile drag strip features NHRA Drag Racing in classes such as Quick 32, Super Pro, Non-electronics, Jr. Dragsters & Street Classics. Special events are available throughout the year. Call for dates and times. Call 225-627-4574 for more information.
Sugarfest
Enjoy Sugarfest, a celebration of the sugar harvest with great plantation food, music and living history. Fun for the whole family and admission is free. Call for date and times. Call 225-336-2422 for more information.
The Aillet House at the West Baton Rouge Museum (circa 1830)
This French Creole sugar plantation owner's home was built in the 1830s. Local families can trace their ancestry back to the home's builders, who were early settlers of the area. Located on the grounds of the Museum in Port Allen.
West Baton Rouge Museum
Experience the sugar planter's home and a slave cabin. Listen to "sugar stories' and watch a sugar mill at work! No fee. Gift shop on site for your convenience. Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4:30pm; Sunday 2 - 5pm. Located at 845 North Jefferson in Port Allen. Call 225-336-2422 for more information.
West Baton Rouge Parish Library
Research books, periodicals, newspapers, Louisiana genealogy resources, and more. Hwy. 1 North in port Allen.