Question 1

Who owns Nottoway Plantation today?

Accepted Answer

For the longest time, the Nottoway Plantation was under the ownership of Paul Ramsay, an Australian healthcare billionaire. But he passed away in 2014, and in 2019 Joseph Jaeger Jr. bought the plantation and is still the current owner.

Question 2

Did Nottoway Plantation have slaves?

Accepted Answer

Yes it did! In 1860 Nottoway Plantation encompassed 6,200 acres, and Randolph, the builder and owner of the property during that time, owned 155 African-Americans that worked his sugarcane plantation as enslaved people.

Question 3

Where is the Nottoway Plantation House?

Accepted Answer

The Nottoway Plantation House is located on 30970 Hwy. 405 on the Mississippi River Road, 2 miles north of White Castle, Louisiana. The house is deep in the gardens and plantations, but its sheer size makes it straightforward to spot.

Question 4

How many were enslaved people on the Nottoway Plantation?

Accepted Answer

Even though there isn’t information about slaves at Nottoway Plantation today, back when it was first built, there were 155 enslaved African Americans and another 50+ enslaved people working inside the mansion.

Question 5

What is the largest plantation in Louisiana?

Accepted Answer

The Nottoway Plantation is the largest one in Louisiana and among one of the largest ones in all of the US. Overall, the plantation is around 6,200 acres of sugarcane plantation that encompasses the main mansion on the grounds.

Question 6

Is Nottoway open?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Nottoway Plantation and Mansion are open seven days a week. However, the guided tours are only available between 9 AM – 4 PM.