The Myrtles...did it survive?

[EsmeraldaX]

Does anyone have any information as to if this historic plantation -turned- Inn survived the storm? I know it's not too far from New Orleans, about a 2 hour drive or so.

Before the flames start, I am in no way undermining the loss of life and personal property, but I have a particular fascination with this building and am curious to know if it survived the storm.

The thought of all these old buildings, just *gone* breaks my heart. The part of the country hit hardest has so much priceless history, losing these places is like losing a part of our history.

 

[MosMom]

I don't know about The Myrtles but I think it is fine to be worried about a multitude of things right now, history included. It is very sad all around.

 

[cajunmommy]

It should be fine. The Myrtles is in St. Francisville, north of Baton Rouge. They aren't reporting anything about that area on local news, so I presume everything's OK. Maybe some tree limbs down from wind damage or experiencing power outages like much of the Baton Rouge area, but I believe that would be the extent of it.

Esmeralda, the potential loss of so many historical properties in South Louisiana is breaking my heart as well. I have a personal connection with a few plantation homes in the area, so I can understand the way you feel.

 

[HTH]

I know what you mean. I have always wanted to go to the Big Easy and surrounding areas to see some of the historic places. I hope it is ok.

This is just a horrible, horrible time.

 

[EsmeraldaX]

It should be fine. The Myrtles is in St. Francisville, north of Baton Rouge. They aren't reporting anything about that area on local news, so I presume everything's OK. Maybe some tree limbs down from wind damage or experiencing power outages like much of the Baton Rouge area, but I believe that would be the extent of it.

Esmeralda, the potential loss of so many historical properties in South Louisiana is breaking my heart as well. I have a personal connection with a few plantation homes in the area, so I can understand the way you feel.

Thank you for the info. I really appreciate it and pray for everyone and everything in Katrinas wake. Just an awful situation all around.

 

[becobscot]

New Orleans is probably my favorite city in the U.S. I feel so sad for the people(can't even begin to imagine what they are going through) and the place so beautiful,unique and so rich in history. My heart goes out to the city and its people!

 

[Beauty]

What about Oak Alley? Its right outside N.O. Also there is Beauvoir in Biloxi.

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

You shouldn't worry about flames.

Still awaiting word on my old neighborhood to find out about the home we used to live in. I am relieved that it is the one spot in New Orleans that stayed pretty dry and isn't threatened by the levee breach. In fact, I think the breach will help it stay dry. How awful is that?

 

[Kermit]

I think it's perfectly normal to be concerned about places that are special to you for whatever reason. I know that I perk my ears up when people mention Baptist Hospital on the news. It's where I was born, and I just keep thinking that it will be weird if the place where I was born doesn't exist anymore. It's stupid, but it's very normal.

 

[Planogirl]

The buildings in St Francisville should be OK since I keep reading on boards that many people have fled to St Francisville. Right now I'm concerned about Destrehan, Evergreen, San Francisco and a few others along the river myself. I'm also worried about the Garden District in general now that the area is flooding and also the little house on the Chalmette Battleground.

So see, you're not the only one.

 

[Beauty]

Oh Evergreen, I have a Mississippi Mud Painting of it on my bedroom wall along with Oak Alley and the Myrtles. So so sad.

 

[cajunmommy]

Most of the River Road plantations (Destrehan, Evergreen, San Francisco, Oak Alley) should be fine. Wind damage I'm sure to those graceful oaks, but hopefully it will be minimal. Shouldn't be any issues of flooding. The Mississippi River is at a very low stage, thankfully.

Now that I think about it, Destrehan might be questionable, as that area in St. Charles Parish is low. I'm hoping it's on a natural ridge from the River. No real word from any news reports to confirm, however.

 

[EsmeraldaX]

Thanks all. I'm glad to know I'm not the only one.

I can't even watch the coverage anymore.

 

[Aristocath]

I heard that many of the beautiful old antebellum homes in Mobile were destroyed. It breaks my heart to hear that. I think it is normal to be concerned about many things at a time like this. I was thinking today about all the schoolchildren and how schools will regroup after something this massive. It is tragic.

Planogirl, have you heard anything about Destrehan? I can't find anything on that area or the plantation.

Cathy

 

[cajunmommy]

Aristocath, if you're familiar with the Destrehan area, you know much of it is flood prone. Airline Highway (hwy 61) is under water in St. Charles parish because of the storm surge. Granted, it's the stretch that usually floods during the torrential spring rains. I do have friends in Reserve who were able to get home. They were turning around people in LaPlace.

Try going to wwltv.com. There are a bunch of forums set up & you might be able find something specific.

 

[Aristocath]

Aristocath, if you're familiar with the Destrehan area, you know much of it is flood prone. Airline Highway (hwy 61) is under water in St. Charles parish because of the storm surge. Granted, it's the stretch that usually floods during the torrential spring rains. I do have friends in Reserve who were able to get home. They were turning around people in LaPlace.

Try going to wwltv.com. There are a bunch of forums set up & you might be able find something specific.

Thanks. I knew flooding was likely there and my friends don't know what kind of shape their house is in. They can't reach any of thier neighbors and don't want to try driving back if they can't get near the house.

 

[Planogirl]

I'm searching for info about Destrehan and Ormond which is nearby right now. WWL is good but right now there's lots of questions and few answers which isn't surprising.

 

[katerkat]

What about Oak Alley? Its right outside N.O. Also there is Beauvoir in Biloxi.

You mean the Beau Rivage? I haven't heard anything yet. I'd like to know - we visited Biloxi a bunch and stayed right on the beach, near the pirate ship casino. The last news report I read on the Beau was that the flooding hit the second story.

 

[Planogirl]

I read about this. The Beau Rivage is a luxurious casino right? I also heard that it was flooded up to the second floor which is incredible!

Beauvoir is an old home which belonged to Jefferson Davis I believe.

 

[Planogirl]

I just found this statement on SunHerald.com:

Beauvoir, the Jefferson Davis home in Biloxi. The bottom floor of the library and the home itself were gutted. A Confederate flag, though, still draped over the arm of Davis' statue in the library.