- Poverty Point World Heritage Site
An ancient earthwork complex over 3,000 years old, featuring massive mounds and a museum with artifacts that highlight the sophisticated Indigenous culture that once thrived there. - Chitimacha Museum
Run by the Chitimacha Tribe in Charenton, this museum showcases tribal artifacts like river cane basketry and offers insights into the only Louisiana tribe still living on its original homeland. - Louisiana State Exhibit Museum
Located in Shreveport, this museum displays artifacts from various Native American cultures in Louisiana, including Poverty Point and the Caddo, with dioramas and educational exhibits. - LSU Campus Mounds
Ancient earthen mounds on the Louisiana State University campus in Baton Rouge, representing some of the oldest man-made structures in North America. - Marsden Mounds
A quieter cluster of ancient earthworks within Poverty Point Reservoir State Park, with interpretive signage explaining their significance. - Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center
Offers exhibits focused on local Native American tribes and the cultural history of the region, with knowledgeable staff to guide visitors. - Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge
A natural area with deep Native American roots where visitors can learn about Indigenous ways of living in Louisiana’s wetlands through interpretive programs. - Kisatchie National Forest
Named after the Kichai Indians, this forest contains archaeological sites and offers trails and interpretive materials that connect visitors to the ancient Indigenous peoples of the area.
These sites provide rich educational experiences about Louisiana’s Native American heritage without relying on visual displays.
Sources:
- https://www.lsu.edu/mediacenter/news/2022/08/19gg_ellwood_lsucampusmounds.php
- https://www.chitimacha.gov/attractions-accommodations/museum
- https://www.lastateparks.com/historic-sites/poverty-point-world-heritage-site