Louisiana's Old State Capitol

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9 / 10

4 expert reviews

“A 19th-century Gothic, castle-like statehouse by the Mississippi River. ”

– Atlas Obscura

Fodor's Fodor's
"Entrance hall a stunning pink, gold and green spiral staircase winds toward a stained-glass atrium...holds Louisiana Center for Political and Governmental History, an education and research facility" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The Gothic Revival, pink fairy-tale castle...today the structure houses exhibits about the colorful political history of Louisiana." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Today the Old State Capitol houses the Museum of Political History, the artifacts and displays of which include the pistol used to assassinate the Confederate governor Huey Long." Full review