Historical Commission & Societies

Overview

Visit yesterday today through Jefferson Parish's historical societies, museums, National Register Historical District, National Register properties, publications and other historical sites and museums.

Jefferson Parish Historical Commission - Founded 1974

  • This seven-member commission is appointed by the Parish Council. Monthly meetings, monographs, and more.
  • Judy D. Mills, Chairlady
  • Jefferson Parish Historical Commission
  • Phone: 504-458-2643

Jefferson Historical Society of Louisiana - Founded 1977

  • Membership is open to the general public. Bimonthly meetings and newsletters, tours, publications, and more.
  • Dues: $10
  • Jefferson Historical Society
  • Post Office Box 7516 Metairie, LA 70010-7516
  • Jefferson Historical Society Website

Gretna Historical Society - Founded 1969

  • Membership is open to the general public. Monthly meetings, newsletters, tours, museum complex, and more.
  • Dues: $10

Gretna Historical Society Museum Complex

  • Complex consists of three 19th Century Creole Cottages, Blacksmith Shop, an 1859 Fire Station (Louisiana Fire Museum), and a Depot-Caboose. All are located in Gretna National Register Historic District. Fee charged.
  • 205 Lafayette Street
    P.O. Box 115
    Gretna, LA 70054
  • Phone: 504-362-3854
  • Email Gretna Historical Society

Westwego Historical Society - Founded 1996

  • Membership is open to the general public. Monthly meetings and museum.
  • Dues: $12
  • The Museum is located in the century-old Fisherman's Exchange Building and features early 20th-century hardware store, and upstairs living quarters with antique furniture. Also an outhouse and wooden cistern. Fee charged.
  • Westwego Historical Society and Museum
    275 Sala Avenue
    Westwego, LA 70094
  • Phone: 504-341-3161
  • Email Westwego Historical Society