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Felicity Plantation: A 19th‑Century Sugar House on the Mississippi — Guided Group Tours for 10+
A 60-minute guided group tour of Felicity Plantation in Vacherie that traces the house’s 1840s construction, family ownership, and its appearances as a film location.
Felicity Plantation: A 19th‑Century Sugar House on the Mississippi — Guided Group Tours for 10+.
Felicity Plantation sits on the banks of the Mississippi River in Vacherie, Louisiana. A historic sugar plantation and the sister property to St. Joseph Plantation, Felicity’s house was built between 1845 and 1847; the site remains in the hands of the same family corporation that merged the two plantations in the early 20th century, and today is presented to visitors on guided group tours that explore its layered past and cultural significance.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
1840s Plantation Architecture and Family Ownership
Construction of the Felicity House took place from 1845 to 1847. In 1899 Jean Saturnine Waguespack bought Felicity, and in 1901 the St. Joseph Planting and Manufacturing Co., LTD. merged St. Joseph and Felicity; the same family corporation still owns and operates the properties.
On‑site Locations Seen in Major Productions
Both St. Joseph and its sister plantation Felicity have been used in numerous film and television productions, including All The King's Men, Skeleton Key, Mudbound, 12 Years A Slave, Underground (TV series), Quarry (TV series), Queen Sugar, and the Roots remake.
A Guided Visit Along the Mississippi
The guided group tour visits Felicity Plantation on the banks of the Mississippi River, offering a focused, hour-long exploration of the house and grounds that ties the site’s architecture and ownership history to its riverside setting.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
A structured, guided group experience, the Felicity Plantation tour condenses the site’s history and cultural touchpoints into a roughly 60-minute walk-through that emphasizes the house, the grounds adjoining the Mississippi, and the plantation’s ties to St. Joseph Plantation and the long-running family ownership.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should confirm details in advance.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No specific gear requirements are provided in the trip information; check with the operator if you have questions about footwear, weather considerations, or accessibility needs.
Tours meet at 3351 Highway 18, Vacherie, LA 70090 and run approximately 60 minutes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Felicity Plantation group tour?
The guided group tour lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Where do groups meet for the tour?
The meeting location is 3351 Highway 18, Vacherie, LA 70090.
Who operates the Felicity Plantation group tour?
The tours are operated by St. Joseph Plantation, the sister property to Felicity.
Is there a minimum group size or special group rates?
Group rates are provided for parties of more than 10 people; the program is presented as a group tour for 10+.
What are the group ticket prices by age category?
For groups of more than 10: Adults (18+) $16.00; Youth (12–17) $10.00; Child (6–11) $6.00; Young child (5 and under) free.
Are the plantation grounds recognizable from films?
Yes—both St. Joseph and Felicity have been locations for multiple films and TV productions, including 12 Years A Slave and others.