Most Louisianans Have Never Heard Of This Fascinating Orphan Train Museum
By Jackie Ann|Published February 16, 2023
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Louisiana native and LSU Alum (Geaux Tigers!), Jackie has lived in Louisiana for over three decades and currently lives in New Orleans. She's been writing for OnlyInYourState since 2016 and can often be found with a coffee at her side, dreaming of her next adventure.
The Orphan Train isn’t talked about in schools, so unless you have a relative that was a part of it, many Louisianans have never heard of this unique time in American History. From 1854-1929, New York was experiencing a massive surge in child homelessness, with over 250,000 abandoned or orphan children living in the streets. Over the years, they were put on trains and sent to homes across the nation, and the Orphan Train Museum in Louisiana preserves their stories.
Visit the website to learn more and start making plans to visit this hidden gem. While you’re in Opelousas, be sure to stick around for a while and explore the town. Here are some of our favorite things to do in Opelousas to get you started.
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