Reviews of Kent Plantation House (Museum)

D Songy

A great representation of a French plantation. There are two original buildings one of which is the main house. Other buildings are from the period and were moved to the site. The tour was very informative and interesting. The staff were knowledgeable and nice. It was a great spot to stop if traveling through the area.

Briauna Casey

Nice area and staff were semi-knowledgeable of the plantation and the family that owned the plantation, I found it surprising that the tour guide continued to refer to the slaves "workers" or "the girls" when they were indeed slaves on a plantation. She referred to them as if they were indentured servants when that is totally different from slavery and being a slave. There were children on our tour to soak in knowledge and I would hate for them to think that slavery was just a 9 to 5 and that black slaves had the freedom to roam as if they could clock out and enjoy their families. Also children are allowed but not welcomed. They have precious items in the plantation that children will want to touch as they are curious children. It was decent to see, but would not return.

David Clary

Very interesting place to tour !!

Paul Lindsey

We toured in 2016. I was impressed with the history behind this plantation. The original owner built his house and grew sugar cane, first under Spanish rule, then French rule, and finally, under US rule. This only plantation I know of that is open that is so old. The house and other buildings are in great shape, and made from Cypress.

Josh Pace

Always something going on

Manuel Kämmerer

(Translated by Google) Nice small and nice plantation. The first part of the tour was outside and second part inside. Unfortunately, the plantation could only be visited, which was a little too long for our children because they could not understand. (Original) Schöne kleine und Nette Plantage. Erster Teil der Führung war im Außenbereich und zweiter Teil drinnen. Leider konnte man die Plantage nur Geführt besuchen, was etwas zu lang für unsere Kinder war weil sie nicht verstehen konnten.

Angela Weiss

Go here. Love it. Pretty darn cool!

Betty Perry

Old historical site

Kevin J

Interesting piece of history.

Deautsch Kraft

A must see!

Cajun Annie

Love it! Beautiful historical plantation

Arlene Terrell

Loved the Herb Festival and much more.

Connie Dronette

Great place to visit.

Charles Carter

Interesting presentation

Gail Marceaux

Of the several places, we visited while in the Alexandria area, next to the St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, the Kent house was our favorite! We actually got there after the starting time for the last tour of the day (unknowingly) and they obligingly offered to give us a slightly trimmed down version anyway which delighted us. If this was a shortened version I can only imagine how detailed the full version must be. The people were in period costume and as our guide walked us through the house she encouraged questions and comments never once seeming to want to hurry us through. The woman who showed us through the outer buildings was just as kind and knowledgeable as the inside young lady was and again invited our comments and questions, even in the stifling August heat, never failing to respond with a smile. If you're into history this is a great place to visit and you may even learn a thing or two like why the saying, "mind your own beeswax" wasn't originally intended as a reprimand

Marissa Martin

Beautiful

Cheryl Smith

So much history. Very good tour.

Deb Steele

Great history on Plantation life in Alexandria, LA. Both tour guides really knew their history. Well worth the $11.

nina castro

great tour, highly recommend it

Kathy Masters

Excellent presentation of the property history and the historical period in this area. Beautiful structures and site. Definitely worth the tour fee!

jordan garrison

The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. I actually had more fun than I tjoight i would.

Joseph G. Vallee

A secret touring spot in the city of Alexandria probably overlooked buy most turrets. How ever if you happen to visit and tour this unique bit of Central Louisiana history you will find it well worth the cost of admission. The tour includes a well detailed description of life in the plantation house along with a detailed tour of the five outer buildings. I completely enjoyed learning about Kent Plantation house and grounds. Be sure not to miss this very unique piece of Louisiana history.

Nathaniel Poston

Very nice mostly original antique plantation home. Be sure to check for special events and tour times before making the trip.

Gameboy 012 Studios

Cool

Fabrice M

Interesting, but a bit short and slightly expensive. Nice property and Lois was a gem!

Brenda Patterson

The Kent House Plantation always has fun and exciting, and educational things to do. Always a good place to go.

Gabi Stiltner

Great place to visit. Great history lesson

Serenity J'Michael-Bohannon

Very beautiful and unique piece of history

Debi Dufrene

A lot of history in this beautiful old plantation. I especially like the Herb Days, held twice a year on the grounds. Open year round for tours by knowledgeable guides.

David Cox

Wonderful tour but SO hot this time

Mary Alyce Bordelon

This is my place to volunteer. We raffle a queen size HANDMADE quilt at SUGAR DAY Nov. 10th 2018. We do this each year on the 2nd Sat. in Nov. Lots of vendors a d goodies to purchase. Come and have a good time.

Samantha Nugent

I loooovvvve this place. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the history. I brought my son there for the first time and it was just us 2 on tour and the woman really took her time and asked questions for him to answer and get involved and interested (got me interested too like a child in a field trip!). They also have a pretty nifty gift shop with lots of knick knacks and old timey memorabillia, and a cookbook with original recipes from the family that used to own it!!!!

Charles Collin

Wonderfull historical site.

Melissa Landry

Enjoyed touring the house.

jenny chap

Great place to find activities and great prices and a fun time to enjoy things with family

Teresa Atwell

I went to herb day there. It was great there were several different people they're selling flowers and herbs. There was a rummage sale on the inside of the building and my grandson love that because he got himself a pirate boat. I have been to the Canton House several times for different activities that have been going on and everyone there is always very nice polite and the place is just beautiful!

Lynette Mosley

Always love taking tours of old plantation homes. This place does not disappoint.

Lieselotte Kramer-LaCour

Great tour of the house! Even my 5 year old was captured audience.

Omas Favorite

Great place for field trips and family outings

Manny Rosado

Beautiful set up and experience. It's like traveling to the past and the staff was very friendly.

Cheryl Romilly

Historic,good tour, very knowledgeable and friendly people

elizabeth Drewett

Went to the Sugar Day festival. Enjoyed it!

Darian Rachal

I was there to participate in a square dancing exhibition. Afterwards, I walked around to look at exhibits. I'd never been before, but plan to attend again in the future. I was impressed.

Thomas Kasinger

Refused entry because of our service animal. Could not even explore the grounds.

Biz Critic

I love history

Lisa Bowen

Love the events they put on!

Aimee Mayeux

Beautiful!

Pedro Borthaburu

Ok

Nicholas Jasmine

Historic plantation. There's a lot to learn and experience.

Kelly Plaza

Very informative and nice guides who genuinely have interest in the property and guests. Look forward to going back.

Brandy Deshotel

They gave a very informative tour. One of the best we have been to. They were very knowledgeable and friendly. Great group of people and interesting

Kat Mastets

Very interesting history and the buildings were beautifully maintained and furnished. Also, our guides were very knowledgeable and entertaining!

Heather Clark

My kids love the events they have

Rose Womack

So full of history. Tour guides were great, very informative. Loved the place!

Amber Holt

Amazing place. What a little gem, just off the beaten path. I was rushing and had to get a sadly short tour, but I highly recommend making time for the whole thing, I WISH I could've heard the whole story. So many interesting little bits to see and hear about. And they even still use the cooking quarters for meals! It was truly awesome, I would love to go back again. Would definitely recommend!

Abby Gottwin

The tour guides were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Very interesting history at the Kent Plantation. I stopped here to pass some time and I'm so glad I did. I definitely recommend taking a tour! :)

Jennifer Toledo

Very delightful experience and lots of fun facts about the history of the plantation and surrounding area and occupants

Christie Gallagher

They have wonderful events: bug day, herb day, le tour de bayou, and storytelling. These are all great events for families!

Katie McCartney

Very nice example of very early plantation and out buildings.

Ludovic Dodrelle

Un voyage dans le passé, éclairé par des guides passionnées. À quelques pas de la route nationale, l'emplacement est cependant préservé. Une halte sympathique dans la ville d'Alexandria (qui n'a que peu d'attrait pour le voyageur en transit).

Glen Clark

Well preserved 1800 plantation house. The tour guides were great and we learned alot.

Leelaa Thundergrass

Tour is way to high priced. After we read reviews we thought it was free. It most definitely was not. If walking on a tour by yourself was an option it wasnt obvious. Tour was dry in the main house that the last gave. Tour outside by the guy was better. He didn't have the I'm better than you attitude like the lady did!

Karen Ledet

Beautiful place

Raul Moreno

Great history of a plantation.

Jeanette Knight

Historical plantation home with guided tours. They also have historical outhouse that would have been part of the plantation. If you like history this is worth seeing.

Jeff Pepper

Well maintained.

Laura Lee

Had a great day at bug day!

Dorothy Washington

Amazing !!!

Gary Robertson

Great tour guides and very interesting plantation. Would recommend to anyone interested in history.

courtney wilson

Tour guides were nice and gave us information about this rich cultural experience.

Daily Deacon

Very enlightening & historically beautiful!....