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The Levi Jordan Plantation is a significant historical site and building situated on Farm to Market Road 521, approximately 4 miles southwest of the city of Brazoria, in the U.S. state of Texas. This location was once one of the largest sugar and cotton producing plantations in Texas during the mid-19th century. It was founded as a forced-labor farm worked by enslaved Black people and also served as a local center of human trafficking.

Architectural Features of Levi Jordan Plantation

The initial construction of the Levi Jordan Plantation included the new family home, slave quarters, and ancillary buildings. One of the key features on the property is the Jordan House, a two-story Greek Revival-style plantation house. This house was built between 1849 and 1851 and is a testament to the architectural style of the period.

Visiting Hours of Levi Jordan Plantation

As of November 2015, the Levi Jordan Plantation is open to the public for tours only on Saturdays. This provides an opportunity for visitors to explore the historical site and learn about its significant past.

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ENLevi Jordan Plantation State Historic Site

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#61 History & Anthropology in Texas #1 Agriculture museums in Texas #12 Ethnology museums in Texas #37 Historic houses in Texas #14 Person & artist museums in Texas #25 Agriculture museums in United States
Levi Jordan Plantation
10510 FM524
TX 77422 Brazoria
Texas

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Visitor information Levi Jordan Plantation

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00

Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 17US$5.00
AdultsUS$10.00
Family (2 adults, 1 child)US$22.00
First ResponderUS$8.00
SeniorsUS$8.00
TeacherUS$8.00
VeteranUS$8.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

10510 FM524, Brazoria

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Exhibitions

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Levi Jordan Plantation Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Levi Jordan Plantation in Brazoria, United States, offers visitors an opportunity to explore the complex history of a 19th-century sugar plantation. The site provides insight into the lives of both the plantation owners and the enslaved individuals who worked there. Visitors appreciate the ongoing restoration efforts and the informative guided tours that shed light on the plantation's past. The museum's exhibits effectively illustrate the harsh realities of slavery and its impact on the region's economy and society. However, some visitors note that the site is still a work in progress, with limited facilities and ongoing renovations. The plantation's remote location can be challenging to find for some, but many feel the educational experience is worth the effort. While the subject matter is undoubtedly heavy, the museum staff's dedication to presenting an honest and respectful portrayal of this difficult period in American history is commendable.

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