It was built in the French Colonial style in 1787. If you are interested in architecture, Destrehan is the place to visit. It represents the evolution of three significant phases of Louisiana architecture. Hand-hewn cypress from the surrounding swamp and pegged beams of the early structure are visible, as is the pegged design of the West Indies style hip roof seen through Plexiglas. For antique enthusiasts, Destrehan has a fine collection of early to mid-19th century furnishings and decorative arts, including Louisiana armoires, tables, desks, etc.
Visitors can walk under magnificent moss-laden live oaks where the confrontation occurred.
The Destrehan's or d'Estrehan were French aristocrats. King Louis appointed Destrehan's father, Jean Baptist Honore d'Estrehan, to the post of Treasurer to the King's Colony. The Duc d'Orleans and his two brothers visited Destrehan Plantation. The Duc d'Orleans later became King Philip. The State of Louisiana, Office of Tourism and Historic Preservation, named Destrehan as one of Louisiana's most important black historical sites.