The Lafayette Museum

The Lafayette Museum Historic Home and Gardens Circa 1800, the Alexandre Mouton House was built by Jean Mouton, founder of Vermilionville (present day Lafayette).

The home was later occupied by his son, Alexandre Mouton, who became Louisiana's first Democratic Governor. The home is a repository of period furnishings, historical and cultural memorabilia, Mardi Gras costumes and other art and special collections. Open to the public and available for group tours and private functions by calling 337.234.2208

Lafayette Museum Lecture Series 2026-2027Please join us at the Lafayette Museum as we seek to preserve the culture, hist...
08/13/2026

Lafayette Museum Lecture Series 2026-2027

Please join us at the Lafayette Museum as we seek to preserve the culture, history and heritage of Acadiana though these informative lectures. Each lecture contributes to the vital work of cultural preservation and education, making every attendance a meaningful engagement.

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05/06/2026
Historical Marker unveiled at Pinhook Bridge.
04/21/2026

Historical Marker unveiled at Pinhook Bridge.

THE LADY IN BLACK OR WHITE? Rosa Mills’ portrait in a black dress hung in the Lafayette Museum until a discerning eye ...
04/18/2026

THE LADY IN BLACK OR WHITE?
Rosa Mills’ portrait in a black dress hung in the Lafayette Museum until a discerning eye recognized the poor quality of “over painting” of the black dress. An X-ray of the painting was made and the intent of Constance Carlin, the artist who painted Rosa in New Orleans in 1857, was revealed. Rosa had been painted in a white dress originally as a young lady. Tradition had it that when a women became a widow she was to be painted in “Widow’s Weeds” (black), if the second painting deemed unaffordable, someone would paint over the existing portrait. It is a tribute to the Restorer, Wayne Ditch, that Rose Mills’ portrait was restored to its’ original splendor.
To learn more about Rose Mills and her connection to the Lafayette Museum, tour the museum at 1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette, LA.
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04/08/2026

You are invited to attend an informative lecture at the Lafayette Museum, which will highlight the profound impact of our Lebanese community on the development of modern-day Lafayette.

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Tour the Museum at 1122 Lafayette Street
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