The staff, volunteers, and partners of JeanLafitteNationalHistoricalParkand Preserve are dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural resources ofLouisiana's Mississippi River Delta region.
First and foremost, those resources and the park itself belong to the American people. Information on how the park manages its resources on behalf of its owners is available at the links above.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is part of the National Park Service within the Department of the Interior. Today there are nearly 400 units in the national park system, each representing some nationally significant aspect of America's natural or cultural heritage.
Did You Know?
Alligators have two eyelids! The second inner eyelid is clear and used like goggles while the alligator is under water. These amazing reptiles have been around since before the dinosaurs, and they are designed for life in the water.