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Preserving Our History For Future Generations

See a little of what the museum is all about in this short video

Dorcheat Museum Louisiana T​ravel Video

"The mission statement of the Dorcheat Historical Association & Museum, Inc. in Minden, Louisiana..is to establish and promote a strong sense of community pride by preserving our past for our future generations. We will make our patrons aware of Webster Parish’s historical assets and significance by promoting, teaching, involving, and displaying history in many unique ways. This will be not only for our community but for others outside of our area"

preservation of our past

MISSION STATEMENT

Museum Hours:

Tuesday - Friday 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.

Closed for Lunch from 1:00 - 2:00

Closed for various Holidays during the year.

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We will be glad to accommodate you outside our regular hours if at all possible.

Please call (318)377-3002.

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​Help ​Us Preserve Webster Parish History

The Dorcheat Museum is a 501c3 organization so every dollar you give is tax deductible.  Our mission to save our history depends on you!   We now offer donations through Paypal or you can always mail your tax deductible donations to us. 

 

Dorcheat Museum

P.O. Box 1094 

Minden, LA 71058

Some Of What You Will See Inside 

The Dorcheat Museum is a timeline of Webster Parish.  From the days of the Caddo Indians we take you back to our pioneer families that made our area what  it is. today.  We highlight famous people from our area (from an Astronaut to Grammy Award winners), when Hollywood came to town ( movies that have been filmed in the area), famous athletes (we have had many including a Heisman Winner) and our churches and schools have played an important part of what Webster Parish is today.  We include a tribute to our Military Men from Webster parish as well as a Civil War era display.  We are a small museum with some impressive exhibits. 

The Museum Takes You Through A Timeline Of  Webster Parish Beginning With The Caddo Indians

1933 A Year Of Disasters 

O'Bier Cabin At Christmas

The Days When Steam Powered Paddle Wheelers Traveled Bayou Dorcheat And Lake Bistineau

Since 1901  The Coca-Cola Bottling Company Of Minden And The Hunter Family

Were  The Center Of Activity For Work And Play

The O'Bier Cabin Was Moved From Shongaloo , LA To It's Forever Home Inside The Museum

Be Sure To Visit Us On Face​book 

The Fastest Way To Find Out What's Going On

Social media is the best way for us to get the word out to our patrons fast and effectively. Stay caught up on latest happenings at the museum with this resource tool.

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