Musket Demonstrations

Stuff something in your ears and head to Port Hudson State Historic Site when staff and volunteers demonstrate Civil War-era small arms, including muskets, rifles, carbines, and pistols and discuss the experiences of the rifleman serving in the Union or Confederate armies. A brief description will be given of each weapon and how it was loaded and used. Firing times are subject to change, but typically take place at 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm Saturdays and Sundays at 236 Highway 61. $4 adults; free for seniors and children. (888) 677-3400.