Last updated: 7/31/2023
2020 First Street
Slidell, LA 70458
P.O. Box 828
Slidell, LA 70458
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Gregory Scott
phone: 985-646-4380
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Located inside the old Town Hall & Marshall's Office, the museum displays photographs, collections, and memorabilia on the history of Slidell. The friendly and helpful staff love to share the interesting stories reflecting Slidell's rich history and heritage. Tours are both educational and entertaining drawing visitors from all over; including many international visitors. This a fantastic way to spend some quality time with family and friends, or just a quiet afternoon in a relaxing atmosphere.
The second floor of the building is home to Slidell's Mardi Gras Museum, which houses a collection of over 800 pieces of Carnival memorabilia-dresses, costumes, scepters, goblets and throws, and historical scrapbooks of past kings and queens. This is an excellent place to visit with out-of-town guests who may not have had the opportunity to experience Mardi Gras first hand.
For more interesting historical information about Slidell, check out our Facebook page. Our Facebook page contains up-to-date information concerning hours and events. It also contains fascinating stories about Slidell’s past, interesting bits of historic trivia from outside Slidell, and some notes about noteworthy community happenings. Of special interest is a map of “Slidell’s Historic Sites” pinned to the top of the page – an extremely popular feature containing a wealth of knowledge.
The City of Slidell tasks the Slidell Museum with gathering, protecting, and sharing the history of Slidell, Louisiana. The Museum serves the people of Slidell by providing historic tours and information about Slidell's origins and growth throughout the years. Museum tours provide informative and entertaining stories of Slidell's Past. The City of Slidell generously provides for these vital cultural services. Admission is free, but we do appreciate donations and community support.
Baron Frederick d’Erlanger, German banker and primary financier of the railroad, was aboard the inaugural passenger train along the brand-new line. On October 15, 1883, Baron Erlanger and his wife, the daughter of John Slidell, arrived at the train station north of the lake. Baron Erlanger named this station after his deceased father-in-law. In 1888, the newly incorporated town voted to name the town “SLIDELL” after the train station, because that is where the post office and telegraph offices were located.
Adminstration and operations are governed by the City of Slidell, through the city's Culture & Public Affairs Office.
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