Parks / Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
National Historical Park and Preserve · LA
In Jean Lafitte's day, silver and gold filled a pirate's treasure chest, but today's treasures are people, places, and memories. Discover New Orleans’ rich cultural mix. Learn Cajun traditions from people who live them. Watch an alligator bask on a bayou’s bank. Walk in the footsteps of the men who fought at 1815’s Battle of New Orleans. Follow the link to discover the treasure of Jean Lafitte.
Official NPS page →Current Alerts (2)
Barataria Visitor Center and Trails are Closed
Because of upcoming demolition and construction of the trails and Visitor Center, all trails at the Barataria Preserve and the Visitor Center are closed, with the exception of Twin Canals Trail. This is a day-use area only with no restrooms. Visitor services are relocated to the Wetlands Education Center and trails at 4917 City Park Drive, Jean Lafitte, 70067. Rangers will be on site Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 am to 2 pm for programming and ranger talks at the Town of Lafitte's Civic Center.
Acadian Cultural Center Temporarily Closed
The Acadian Cultural Center in Lafayette is temporarily closed due to HVAC issues. Join us at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center in Eunice for programs and events 5 days a week, Tuesday through Saturday.
Entrance Fees
This park is fee-free.
Upcoming Events
Chalmette Battlefield - Battle of New Orleans Talk
Aug 31, 2026 · Chalmette Battlefield 1 Battlefield Road Chalmette, LA 70043
French Quarter - Arrowhead Jazz Band
Sep 1, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Barataria Preserve - Wetland Trace Walk
Sep 2, 2026 · This is an offsite program. Meet at trailhead at Wetland Trace at 4917 City Park St, Jean Lafitte, LA 70067
French Quarter - Jazz Program - Local Musicians
Sep 2, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center: Stress Relief Coloring Hour
Sep 2, 2026 · 250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
French Quarter - Jazz Program - Local Musicians
Sep 3, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Barataria Preserve - Read with a Ranger at Lafitte Library
Sep 3, 2026 · Program takes place off site at Lafitte Library located at 4917 City Park St Suite B, Lafitte, LA 70067
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Family Game Night
Sep 3, 2026 · Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Rendezvous in the Prairie
Sep 3, 2026 · Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
French Quarter - Jazz Program - Saskia Walker
Sep 4, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Cooking Demonstration
Sep 5, 2026 · Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Rendezvous in the Prairie
Sep 5, 2026 · Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Potato Dance Game
Sep 5, 2026 · 250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center: Craft Club
Sep 5, 2026 · 250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
French Quarter - Drum Circle
Sep 5, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
French Quarter - Jazz Program - Local Musicians
Sep 5, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
French Quarter - Jazz Program - Local Musicians
Sep 9, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Hot Potato Game
Sep 9, 2026 · 250 Park Ave Eunice, LA 70535
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Throwback Thursday Photo Archive
Sep 10, 2026 · Prairie Acadian Cultural Center 250 W. Park Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535
French Quarter - Talkin' Jazz: In Concert with James Jordan
Sep 10, 2026 · National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Things to Do
Ask a Ranger: French Quarter
Curious about the French Quarter or New Orleans history? Ask a Ranger!
Become a Jean Lafitte B.A.R.K. Ranger
Hey dog! Do you want to explore parts of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve with your leash-holding companions? Interested in getting your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag? We made it easy for your human to help you get one. Just follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger code!
Chalmette National Cemetery Audio Tour
This tour of the Chalmette National Cemetery shares a few of the thousands of stories of the men and women buried at the national cemetery, giving a voice to those who can no longer speak.
Discover French Quarter Architecture
Take a stroll while you learn about architectural history.
Discover Native Plants in Our Courtyard
Come discover yet another reason why the Louisiana delta is such a unique place, by visiting our urban collection of native plants!
Explore Natural History at Barataria
Take a stroll through forest, swamp, and marsh on the Barataria Preserve audio tour.
Relax in Our Courtyard
Soak in history by taking a break.
Visit the Park Store
Looking for the perfect souvenir? Visit the Park Store! There's one at each of the park's six sites.
Walk the Trails at the Barataria Preserve
Want to experience Louisiana's wetlands? Walk the trails at the Barataria Preserve.
Visitor Centers
- Acadian Cultural Center
- Barataria Preserve
- Chalmette Battlefield and Chalmette National Cemetery
- French Quarter Visitor Center
- Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
- Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center
Source: National Park Service.