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Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 4pm Sunday 11am - 3pm

Abita Springs Trailhead Museum

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Abita Springs Trailhead Museum

We're a quaint art and history museum. We celebrate, display and support the history and culture of Abita Springs. We are a quaint, folksy art museum.

Our mission is to display, celebrate, and support the history and culture of Abita Springs. Annual events include our En Plein Air art exhibition and the Abita Springs Busker Festival. We are usually open Fridays and Saturdays 10am - 4pm and Sundays during the Farmers Market 11am - 3pm. Admission is free. Handicapped accessible. (985) 871-5327. Occasionally we close on short notice when museum vol

unteers are not available. Abita Springs Park is in the town's Historic District, along the Abita River where Choctaw Indians settled. It hosts diverse music and and water festivals. Open all year, the Park offers the Museum, an historic pavilion, a bike trail, amphitheater, covered picnic areas, a splash pad, and a children's playground. Within a short drive, you can tour the Abita Brewery and the UCM Museum (a.k.a. the Abita Mystery House), the Nature Conservancy's Abita Creek Preserve, and golf courses.

04/08/2026

The opening reception for the Abita Springs - En Plein Air Exhibition is Friday 5-8PM. Should be a beautiful evening. Free admission, food, and drinks. Please join us.

12/05/2025

A holiday tradition enjoyed by families worldwide has been brought to the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum through January 11 2026.

Hand painted porcelain miniature houses, shops, hotels, parks etc. create various village scenes. Small figurines depict in detail
city and country life such as hot dog vendors, marshmallow roasting, skiers and snow covered Alpine chalets.

The museum is open Friday - Sundays 10 am to 3pm.

06/22/2025

🎉 Exciting News from the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum!🏆

We are thrilled to announce that the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum has been honored as the Bronze Winner for Best Museum in St. Tammany Parish! This recognition highlights our dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich history and culture of Abita Springs.

📍 Visit Us
Located at 22044 Main Street in the heart of Abita Springs, our museum is a charming one-room facility open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM, and Sundays from 11 AM to 3 PM during the Abita Springs Art & Farmers Market. Admission is always free!

Thank You for Your Support
This award wouldn't be possible without the support of our dedicated volunteers, generous donors, and the vibrant community that surrounds us. We invite you to visit, explore, and continue celebrating the history of Abita Springs with us.

04/07/2025

This weekend is our 16th Annual En Plein Air Exhibition! Join us for a wonderful weekend - one you won't want to miss.

🥂 Opening Reception: Friday, April 11th 5 - 8 pm (with the artists and our sponsors)
🎨 Saturday – April 12th - 10am - 4pm
🎨 Sunday – April 13th - 10am - 2pm

📍 Location: Abita Springs Trailhead Museum

03/14/2025

A little less than a month away from our En Plein Air exhibit!
🗓️ Dates: April 11th - 13th
🥂 Opening Reception: Friday, April 11th 5 pm
🎨 Anne Papas, En Plein Air on Main Street this week!

11/22/2024

Join Us Tomorrow for an Exclusive Exhibit Walkthrough with Alan Flattmann! 🎨

📅 When: Tomorrow, 12:30 PM
📍 Where: Abita Springs Trailhead Museum

Don’t miss this special opportunity to hear directly from Alan Flattmann as he walks through his exhibit, sharing the stories and inspirations behind his featured paintings.

This is your chance to gain unique insights into the mind of a master artist!

The exhibit runs Fri-Sun, 10 AM - 3 PM through Nov. 30.

11/20/2024

Experience 50 years of breathtaking art by renowned pastel artist Alan Flattmann. Curated by the wonderful, Mary Davis.

Location: Abita Springs Trailhead Museum
Exhibit Dates: November 15 - 30 (Fri, Sat, Sun, 10 am - 3 pm)

11/12/2024

🎉 Join Us This Friday for the Opening Reception of Alan Flattmann’s 50-Year Art Retrospective! 🎉

📍 Abita Springs Trailhead Museum
🕒 Friday, Nov. 15, 4:30 - 6:30 pm – Free and open to all!

Celebrate an evening of art and legacy with master pastelist Alan Flattmann, whose work has captivated audiences worldwide for five decades. Don’t miss this special opportunity to meet the artist and see his iconic pieces up close!

Exhibit runs Fri-Sun, 10 am - 3 pm through Nov. 30.

11/11/2024

🎨 This Friday! Alan Flattmann’s 50-Year Art Retrospective Begins 🎨

Join us at the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum starting Nov. 15 to explore five decades of incredible artwork by renowned pastel artist Alan Flattmann.

Opening Reception: Friday, Nov. 15, 4:30 - 6:30 pm – Free and open to all!

Don't miss this special chance to see Flattmann's captivating pastels and celebrate his legacy.

Exhibit open Fri-Sun, 10 am - 3 pm through Nov. 30.

Address

22044 Main Street (PO Box 461)
Abita Springs, LA
70420

Opening Hours

Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	11am - 3pm

Telephone

(985) 871-5327

Website

https://www.trailheadmuseum.org/

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