E.D. White State Historic Site
Subject: History
2295 St. Mary Street (Hwy 1)
Thibodaux, LA 70301
(985) 447-0915 | General Information
(985) 447-0915 | Reservations
What you need to know!
E.D. White Historic Site Field Trip The Louisiana State Museum offers free admission at the E.D. White Historic Site Here’s everything you need to know!
Location
E.D. White Historic Site 2295 St. Mary Street (Hwy 1) Thibodaux, LA 70301
Open hours
Tuesdays–Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Closed on state holidays
Recommended time per visit
At least 2-3 hours to do the full tour
Group size
The maximum group size is 50 people at one time at the E.D. White Historic Site (15 people inside the house at one time)
Chaperone requirements
A minimum of 1 chaperone for every 10 students
Cost
Admission is free for K-12 school groups and is required. the general public.
Booking a trip
To request a field trip, please contact James Bishop, E.D. White Museum Special Projects Coordinator, at either jBishop@crt.la.gov (preferred) or by calling (985) 447-0915. We ask that you make requests at least two weeks in advance. Your preferred date and time may not be available due to other bookings. You will receive an e-mail confirmation statement from us when your trip is confirmed.
Parking/Bus Regulations
The Louisiana State Museum offers free parking on the bayou side of our property. Students will be met by E.D. White staff and led safely across the street. If you have any questions or concerns about where to park or where your bus can drop off students please reach out via email or by phone.
Storage
The Museum does not offer storage for lunch or other belongings.
Current exhibitions
Currently, the E.D. White Historic Site features informative panels on the history of the Mississippi River/Bayou Lafourche, the sugar cane industry, the Chitimacha natives, slavery, and the history of the E.D. White house and family. New features, panels, and period furniture (c. mid-19th century) coming soon!
Educational Resources
Lesson plans, gallery guides, and educational resources are available on the LSM website. Check under Students and Teachers or Families for resources appropriate for K-12 students. We will be happy to provide you with additional sample materials upon request.
Field Trip Rules
- Use your eyes and ears only. Keep hands to yourself unless museum staff or signs invite you to touch.
- Listen to the instructions of the staff.
- Move through the museum carefully. Please do not run or move quickly
- Respect other visitors
- Do not bring food or drinks into the museum.
- Silence your electronic devices.
- Do not run ahead of the staff, especially when crossing the street.
What field trip consists of
We begin with a guided tour of the house and grounds. We have 19th century children’s games (horseshoes, graces, and hoops) that will teach students how kids played backed then. We also have a fishing game demo and can even do a real fishing lesson with smaller groups. Property has a very short nature trail to walk. Plenty of outdoor space to bring lunches and picnic either on the bayou side by the water or near the visitor’s center.
Changes in itinerary
To change the time, date, or number of visitors advance of a scheduled field trip, e-mail in the Museum Special Projects Coordinator, James Bishop at jBishop@crt.la.gov.
Accessibility
Due to the historic nature of the E.D. White House, it is not wheelchair accessible. The visitor’s center and bayou side picnic tables are wheelchair accessible.
More questions?
Please contact James Bishop, Museum Special Projects Coordinator, at jBishop@crt.la.gov or (985) 447-0915. Also, happy to coordinate an in person consultation with school administration or staff during operating hours.
Feedback
To provide feedback or suggestions after your trip, please email or James Bishop at jBishop@crt.la.gov. or call (985) 447-0915.
