Natchitoches Pilgrimage Town Tour

Samuel Guy House

Built in 1850 by Samuel Eldridge Guy as the centerpiece of a working plantation, the house remained in the Guy family for 150 years. Moved from Mansfield, Louisiana in 2002 to its current location in the historic district, it was fully restored by local craftsmen and artisans in 2003. This fine example of Greek Revival architecture is 6,000 square feet and features hand-hewn cypress beams, temple-like dormers and a symmetrical floor plan. It is adjacent to the American Cemetery where the funeral scene took place in the movie "Steel Magnolias." Located at 309 Pine Street.

Blessed House

Built c.1836 on a land grant issued to Anthanese Demeziere, Commandant of Fort St. Jean Baptiste. Constructed of hand-hewn cypress logs, this three story Creole raised cottage is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The unique original structure features exposed cypress beams, heart pine flooring and 12' ceilings. Raised during restoration, it includes an entire brick first floor and a spiral staircase. Used as the "Steel Magnolias" dressing rooms during filming of the movie. Located at 318 Nelken Street.

Lemee House

Restoration of this house, originally built c.1830 by an Italian contractor named Soldini, was the main reason for the first Tour of Homes in 1955. The house has many interesting features including a "cradle" roof, original door, window frames with "picture-frame" molding, and a patio complete with fountain. Located at 310 Jefferson Street.

Ducournau Townhouse

Built c. 1835, enter the townhouse through a New Orleans style carriageway and courtyard. French doors open to a beautiful iron-laced gallery overlooking Cane River Lake and the Historic District. The Ducournau Building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located at 752 Front Street.