The Melrose Plantation in Natchitoches Parish is counted as one of the largest plantations in the United States constructed by free blacks and enjoys a rich history ...

NATCHITOCHES – A place called Melrose. A plantation over 200 years old. A National Historic Landmark. “You feel as though you are actually stepping back in time when you enter the grounds of Melrose.

"The African House is truly an enigma. No records remain which authoritatively date its construction, no records which identify its function. No evidence exists which explains how such a uniquely ...

MELROSE, La. (AP) - The first phase of a $180,000 restoration of the African House at Melrose Plantation is underway through partnerships providing expertise and hard-to-find tools. The unique ...

The 42nd annual Melrose Plantation Arts and Crafts Festival is set for next weekend, featuring live music and more than 100 vendors. Providing entertainment will be the Back Porch Band and Reverend ...

NATCHITOCHES -- A place called Melrose. A plantation over 200 years old. A National Historic Landmark. "You feel as though you are actually stepping back in time when you enter the grounds of Melrose.