Magnolia Plantation

Magnolia Plantation is a Greek Revival house set on extensive grounds in Terrebonne Parish, south of New Orleans. The property includes the main residence along with supporting structures scattered across the land that reflect how sugarcane operations functioned at this scale.

Built in 1858, the house emerged during Louisiana's sugar economy expansion in the antebellum period. Other structures on the grounds were added over time to support the agricultural operations that made the property economically viable.

The layout of structures across the property shows how different groups lived and worked on the land, from the main house to the worker quarters. Walking through reveals how daily life was organized around the agricultural operations that defined this place.

Visitors explore the grounds through guided tours that explain the architecture and how sugarcane operations worked on this scale. The layout is walkable and allows you to see buildings and fields from different perspectives as you move around.

The property served as a filming location for '12 Years a Slave,' appearing as a residence in that historical narrative. This connection links the physical place to broader stories about the period that many visitors recognize from the film.

Location: Terrebonne Parish

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 29.71470,-90.81890

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:55