St Joseph Plantation Mourning Customs Tour

Step into a home transformed by remembrance on the St. Joseph Plantation Mourning Customs Tour. From October 1 through November 3, traditional mourning attire and decor set the scene for a look at how 19th-century Creole families honored the dead.

During this 90-minute guided visit, walk through authentically decorated rooms and hear about funeral rituals, mourning customs, and the ways grief shaped everyday life. The experience offers a rare glimpse into traditions that once held a central place in Southern culture. Evening tours run on Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 PM. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour, and the experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels; service animals are allowed.

Discover the stories behind the plantation’s seasonal transformation and book the St. Joseph Plantation Mourning Customs Tour for a thoughtful look at Louisiana’s history.