Oakland Plantation

Oakland Plantation is a cotton plantation in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, with 17 original structures remaining from different periods of construction. The buildings include the main house, outbuildings such as pigeonniers, an overseer's dwelling, grain storage, and several workshops that together show how the property was organized and used.

The main house was completed in 1821 by Jean Pierre Emanuel Prud'homme and Catherine Lambre, marking the start of one of the first cotton plantations in the region. Over the following decades, the plantation expanded with additional outbuildings and workshops that reflected the growing scale of operations.

The buildings are named after the different trades and crafts that took place within them, from blacksmithing to carpentry. These names reflect how specialized the work was and the diverse skills that people developed while living and working on the property.

The buildings are clustered closely together, making it easy to walk between them and see the entire layout of the property. Shade from mature trees provides relief during hot months, and the grounds are well-maintained with clear pathways connecting the different structures.

It was recognized as one of only two farms west of the Mississippi River to receive Bicentennial Farm status. This honor recognizes the continuity and longevity of agricultural use on the site across many generations.

Location: Natchitoches Parish

GPS coordinates: 31.66500,-93.00330

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:30