The Louisiana Orphan Train Museum is a unique attraction in the city of Opelousas, Louisiana and considered to be one of the “must” things to do in town for travelers. Located in the Le Vieux Village Heritage Park, the one-of-a-kind museum collects and preserves items related to the history of the “orphan train riders” and the “orphan train.”
The two terms refer to the Orphan Train Movement, the welfare program that took place from 1853 to 1930. During the time period, more than 200,000 orphans were transported to foster homes primarily in rural areas throughout the Midwest.
Louisiana Orphan Train Museum, 223 S Academy St, Opelousas, LA 70570, Phone: 337-948-9922