Gather over dining and drinks for social Mahjong at Houmas House
3 hrs
Social play, museum donation
Settle in for social Mahjong at Houmas House, pairing your game with lunch or dinner in a beautiful setting while supporting the Great River Road Museum.
No refunds.
Product ID: H79BYG
For Dixie Cafe social play on Mondays and Wednesdays, check in at the Great River Road front desk. For Carriage House social play, check in at the gift shop front desk.
Yes. Arrive at any time for Carriage House open play, allowing enough time to finish by 8 pm.
Houmas House Plantation and Gardens, 40136 Highway 942, Darrow, LA 70725
The gardens here are genuinely stunning, with a Monet-style pond and peaceful walkways that visitors consistently rave about. The mansion tour adds real depth to the visit, packed with fascinating stories about the property's many owners, original artifacts, and the history of the Houmas tribe deal that started it all. Several visitors specifically called out Jennifer as a standout tour guide, praised for her warmth, energy, and encyclopedic knowledge of Louisiana history. A few visitors felt the house tour moved a bit quickly, so if you're a detail-oriented history lover, it's worth keeping that in mind. That said, the combination of beautiful grounds, a knowledgeable staff, and an on-site restaurant offering quality local food makes this a well-rounded stop. The overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, and the experience seems especially rewarding for those who take time to explore beyond the tour itself.
No mention of history.Just acknowledge what happened there
Rich Mpanga
September 2, 2026
No mention of history.Just acknowledge what happened there
Rich Mpanga
September 2, 2026
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