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Cane River Creole National Historical Park
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An extensive collection of material resources are associated with the park's plantations. Here, an archeologist shows recently found artifacts to visitors.

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Overseer's House

Did You Know?
An overseer was responsible for management of the plantation’s laborers, stock, land, and tools. The overseer's residence at Oakland was constructed in 1861 by enslaved labor for an overseer named Seneca Pace. Pace kept a daily journal of work and weather at Oakland.

Last Updated: April 26, 2008 at 09:46 MST