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Elegant 22-room residence, architecture mixing Steamboat Gothic, Moorish, French and Creole styles
The centerpiece of the park is the house built in 1870 by actor Joseph Jefferson, who played the character Rip Van Winkle on stage. This elegant 22-room mansion features a mix of Steamboat Gothic, Moorish, French and Creole architecture and is furnished in the Empire style. Inside, a video presents the history of the island, including the 1980 disaster, when drilling in Lake Peigneur caused the top of the salt dome to break through and flood the salt mine and gardens.
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Opening time and information on RIP VAN WINKLE GARDENS
Open 7/7, 9am to 5pm (Jefferson House opens at 10am). Adults: US$14. Store and restaurant on site.
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Members' reviews on RIP VAN WINKLE GARDENS
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Le service de restauration L'équipe de nettoyage était un peu impolie mais je n'ai pas laissé cela gâcher mon expérience.