Accessibility

The Oakland Plantation store is one of the few buildings that has been retro-fitted with an accessible ramp.

NPS

The National Park Service strives to make Cane River Creole as universally accessible as possible. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for everyone. If your questions concerning accessibility are unanswered after reading information in this section of our website, please email us or call 318-352-0383 x316. Please leave us a message if we are unable to answer your call.

The trails at Oakland and Magnolia are still under development. We will continue to update existing infrastructure and programs as we strive for inclusivity for all.

If you have questions or suggestions please let us know.

 

Physical / Mobility Needs

The rural character of Oakland and Magnolia makes accessibility a challenge as existing landscapes are historic and the buildings of both plantations were built before current accessibility standards were set. Extra obstacles may be encountered because of the nature of this special place.

The trails at Oakland and Magnolia are still under development. Visitors may encounter rough, muddy, and uneven trail surfaces. Visitors using wheelchairs or who have visual impairments may need assistance.

At Oakland Plantation:
The Main House and Overseer's House are equipped with chair lifts. The Plantation Store has an accessible ramp. The restrooms are accessible, and located in the Pavilion near the parking lot. 

At Magnolia Plantation: 
The Overseer's House is equipped with a chair lift. The Cotton Gin Barn, and one Slave/Tenant cabin have accessible ramps. The restrooms are accessible, and located at the Plantation Store. 
 

Deafness / Hearing Loss

Assistive Listening Devices

For interpretive ranger-led programs, ranger-led grounds tours, or for special event programs, portable Assistive Listening Devices are available. Rangers are trained in the use of this technology.

Visitors are urged to request the amplification devices by calling advance of an interpretive program 318-352-0383 x316 or emailing us . 

Blindness / Low Vision

Braille Brochure

A braille version of the park brochure can be accessed two ways:

1. Pick up a copy from the historic Oakland Plantation Store, which serves as our visitor contact station. 
2. Request a printed braille copy be mailed to you.

Tactile Objects

Tactile items can be provided upon request. Please contact us in advance so that we can plan a visit to best suit your individual needs. 

Cognitive Disabilities

Films and exhibits:

At Oakland Plantation:
There are films available to watch throughout the site. The Welcome Pavilion, Plantation Store, and Overseer's House all play different films.  Inside the Slave/Tenant Cabin there is an exhibit of instruments that are tactile. Please contact us in advance so that we can plan to have more tactile objects available for your visit. 

At Magnolia Plantation:
In the Overseer's House there is a film available for viewing as well as an interactive touch screen exhibit. 

Noises and quite spaces:

The rual nature of Oakalnd and Magnolia Plantations is very quiet. However, the Oakland Main House Self Guided tour can be quite busy feeling as the hallways are narrow.