The Whitney Plantation Museum encourages media outlets and visitors to use the following approved images of the buildings, grounds, memorials and collection objects as part of their coverage of the Museum. When using images please be sure to include the credit line anywhere the image is reproduced.
If you are a filmmaker, journalist or other member of the media, please fill out this form to request permission to photograph, film, or interview members of staff.
Whitney Plantation encourages media outlets and visitors to use these approved images (above) of the buildings, grounds, memorials and collection objects as part of their coverage of the Museum. When using images, please be sure to credit photographer’s name, listed in the caption, anywhere the image is reproduced.
Members of the media may photograph or film within approved areas of the Museum for the purpose of news coverage. All organized photo shoots inside the Museum—for news coverage, school projects, tourism programs—require an escort by a member of the staff. Submit a request using the form above to schedule your visit to ensure a staff member is available. Unscheduled photo shoots that cannot be staffed will be declined. Commercial photographers not commissioned by The Whitney Plantation may not conduct photo or video shoots in the Museum without prior permission from staff. A fee will be charged for use of facilities and staff time.
Photography is permitted for private use only. Photographs may not be published, sold, or otherwise distributed for commercial purposes. The Whitney Plantation reserves the right to withhold or withdraw permission to photograph on the premises. Staff has the authority to approach and verify the intent of photography and to enforce this policy.
Whitney Plantation has received attention from many well-known media and news sources over the years. Our commitment to accurate historical tours touching on the culture, life and operations of New Orleans plantations, along with the history behind the Atlantic Slave Trade makes our tours powerful and immersive for our tour guests. To read or watch coverage on Whitney Plantation, please click on the images below.
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