23 Jul 2018

Seven Brothers Oak Mural

2021-03-12T09:50:08-06:00

In this mural, local artist, Robert Tinney, depicts early settlers of the area enjoying music and dancing under the historic Seven Brothers Oak. Legend has it that John Henri Lastrapes ordered for seven oak trees to be planted, one for each of his sons. Mr. Lastrapes employees temporarily placed the seeds in whole as they had arrived to work late in the day. With such long days of working in the cotton fields, the seeds were long forgotten, and instead, one massive oak grew, forming a beautiful canopy over the grounds. You can view the mural in the parking area on West Landry Street in Opelousas, Louisiana. If you’re interested in seeing the Seven Brothers Oak, take a ride down Highway 182. If you’re traveling north, the oak will be the right side of the highway, just before you enter the town of Washington, Louisiana.

  • 108 East Landry Street, Opelousas, Louisiana 70570

  • 337-948-6263

  • CityOfOpelousas.com

  • tourism@cityofopelousas.com

Seven Brothers Oak Mural2021-03-12T09:50:08-06:00
20 Jul 2018

Olde Wood Accents

2024-10-22T10:00:57-05:00

Olde Wood Accents began in the 1990s and features a wide variety of beautiful, reclaimed wood specializing in longleaf pine, cypress, and oak. The shop also has cypress furniture, floors, and stairs made to order and customized just for you. Furniture repairs and woodworking services are also available. The shop is located in Washington, Louisiana, near antique shops and other attractions like the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall.

Olde Wood Accents2024-10-22T10:00:57-05:00
20 Jul 2018

Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall

2022-10-31T09:39:29-05:00

Get ready to shop, because you have 40,000 square feet of antiques and collectibles, vintage clothing, jewelry, and primitives to discover at the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall. The mall is a familiar stop to anyone visiting the historic steamboat town of Washington, Louisiana. The Schoolhouse was built in 1934 and was originally Washington High School. The large rooms and wide staircases are remnants of the architectural style at the time featuring beautiful hardwood flooring. Today, each classroom is styled and themed differently with antique items from different dealers. In the fall and spring, shop six acres and 200 plus vendors and antique dealers during the Semi-annual Antique Fair and Yard Sale on the second weekends of April and October.

In the gym of the high school is a 50’s style diner, the Old Schoolhouse CafĂ©. The restaurant offers plate lunches, gourmet sandwiches, and homemade cakes and treats.

Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall in Washington LA
Old Schoolhouse Cafe in Washington LA
Semi Annual Antique Fair & Yard Sale at the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall in Washington
Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall in Washington, Louisiana
Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall in Washington, Louisiana
Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall in Washington, Louisiana
Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall2022-10-31T09:39:29-05:00
20 Jul 2018

Nanny Belle’s Antiques

2020-01-08T13:01:26-06:00

Nanny Belle’s Antiques is a picker’s dream. The shop is located in Washington, Louisiana, in a building from the 1880’s. You’re sure to find something you love after exploring over 10,000 square feet of antiques, furniture, glassware, china, kitchenware, and more. The shop has multiple vendors who bring in new vintage items on a regular basis. In the morning, enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries, the perfect fuel for shopping to find those hidden gems you don’t know you need until you see it.

  • Friday-Saturday 9am-6pm |Sunday 12pm-6pm

  • 337-849-8477

  • 402 South Main Street, Washington, Louisiana 70589

Nanny Belle’s Antiques2020-01-08T13:01:26-06:00
19 Jul 2018

Washington Fast Foods

2022-08-16T16:19:38-05:00

Looking for something on-the-go in Washington, Louisiana? Visit the deli at Washington Fast Foods. They offer breakfast daily as well as short-order menu items including burgers, fried chicken, and salads. The deli is open during store hours and closes about an hour prior to store closing. Stop here before heading to Nanny Belle’s Antiques just down the road.

Washington Fast Foods2022-08-16T16:19:38-05:00
14 Jul 2018

Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant

2022-04-28T18:27:42-05:00

The Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant provides a truly unique dining experience in Washington, Louisiana, the third oldest establishment in the state. This historic, bousillage structure, located in the heart of the old steamboat port, offers guests a step back in time. In fact, it is the last of the old steamboat warehouses still standing on Bayou Courtableau. The building was constructed in the 1820s and originally stored cotton before it was restored in 1977 as a fine-dining restaurant. Today, a massive collection of antiques are on display and exposed brick walls set the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Try Chef Jason Huguet’s signature dishes such as Steak Lafitte or the soft shell crabs. Click here for the Steamboat Gang Plank Ribeye and Crawfish ÉtouffĂ©e Recipe feature on LouisianaTravel.com.

The building’s rich history and rumors of paranormal activity have attracted tourists, ghosts hunters, bloggers, and writers. Restaurant staff will tell you fascinating stories about creepy encounters, enough to give you the frissons (chills)! Even formal investigations have even taken place, but what’s really spooky is how good the food is! The owner-chef, Jason Huguet, has received multiple awards and gold medals for menu items such as Eggplant Belle Rose, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, and Sidesaddle Angels. 

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Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant in Washington , Louisiana
Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant in Washington , Louisiana
Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant in Washington , Louisiana
Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant in Washington , Louisiana
Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant in Washington , Louisiana
Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant in Washington , Louisiana
Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant2022-04-28T18:27:42-05:00
14 Jul 2018

Duet’s Cafe

2025-03-14T15:57:02-05:00

Formerly, the Old Schoolhouse CafĂ©, Duet’s is a 50’s style diner found at the heart of a 1930’s schoolhouse in Washington, Louisiana. Today, the two-story building is a treasure chest of antiques and collectibles called the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall. Beside the old gym is where you’ll find the cafĂ©, furnished with antiques and classic Hollywood memorabilia. Guests are even encouraged to sign the walls of the eatery, already filled with countless names of travelers visiting the historic steamboat town. Every weekend, the cafĂ© serves hot plate lunches, poboys, burgers, and soda-fountain treats.

Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.

Old Schoolhouse Cafe in Washington, Louisiana
Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall in Washington, Louisiana
Old Schoolhouse Cafe in Washington, Louisiana
Duet’s Cafe2025-03-14T15:57:02-05:00
10 Jul 2018

The Ponderosa

2022-08-16T16:36:25-05:00

Formerly the Town of Washington RV Park, the Ponderosa is a quiet little stretch of land on Bayou Courtableau in Washington, Louisiana. There are 30 pet-friendly, full-hookup sites on five acres of open land with water, electricity, and sewage available. Close by is the Bayou Courtableau boat launch and the “steamboat turnaround”, a historic site on the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area’s Water Heritage Trail.

Check out nearby antique shops and restaurants.

The Ponderosa2022-08-16T16:36:25-05:00
6 Jul 2018

Steamboat Cottages

2023-01-23T16:03:09-06:00

The Steamboat Cottages are located on scenic Bayou Courtableau in the historic community of Washington, Louisiana. The cottages feature spacious living areas, bedrooms with beautiful French doors, outdoor patios, full baths, cypress furnishings, a microwave, and a mini-fridge. Complimentary in-room coffee, Wifi, and DIRECTV provided. Located right next door is the Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant, an old cotton warehouse turned fine dining restaurant that serves Louisiana-style steaks and seafood dishes.

  • 337-826-1009 / 337-230-7229

  • 519 North Main Street, Washington, Louisiana 70589

Steamboat Cottages2023-01-23T16:03:09-06:00
29 Jun 2018

Bayou Courtableau RV Park

2023-01-23T15:27:18-06:00

Bayou Courtableau RV Park is located in Washington, Louisiana, situated on historic Bayou Courtableau. The park offers 12 full hookup sites with access to electricity, water, sewage, a kitchen, and a shaded pavilion. RV’s are also available for rent.

  • 337-351-2615

  • 337-308-1535

  • 187 Elizabeth Street, Washington, Louisiana 70589

Bayou Courtableau RV Park2023-01-23T15:27:18-06:00

St. Landry Parish Visitor Center
Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm

337.948.8004
978 Kennerson Road (I-49 exit 23)
P.O. Box 1415 • Opelousas, LA 70570

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