Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building

Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building The Center is located in the former Ford Garage in Lockport. Classes for traditional wooden boat building offered on site by appointment.

The Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building Museum @ 170 Jean Charles Blvd, Gray LA 70359 (behind Chevron Warehouse @ 2219 W Park Ave)... Not accepting mail at this address... see below for mailing address. The building was originally built in 1908 and was recently restored in order to provide a facility to house the collection of boats and artifacts that have been preserved by the Friends for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building.

Coming mid-June - Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building at Jean Charles in Gray, Louisiana! Huge thanks to the...
06/03/2026

Coming mid-June - Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building at Jean Charles in Gray, Louisiana! Huge thanks to the Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program for the funding for this temporary location while we continue to raise funds for a museum on the campus of Nicholls State University. Stay Tuned for more details!

Brought in more Boats....cleaning and organizing continues at our Gray location
05/30/2026

Brought in more Boats....cleaning and organizing continues at our Gray location

Are you feeling athletic?! Join our pirogue race! Email louisianaboatbuilding@gmail.com for details. Win a miniature ...
05/12/2026

Are you feeling athletic?! Join our pirogue race! Email [email protected] for details. Win a miniature paddle!

Booths are available for our festival on May 17. Only $25 per booth. Email louisianaboatbuilding@gmail.com to registe...
05/08/2026

Booths are available for our festival on May 17. Only $25 per booth. Email [email protected] to register.

Proud to live in the bayou state!
04/30/2026

Proud to live in the bayou state!

Happy 214th Birthday Louisiana! 🥳

Today we celebrate the state we’re so proud to call home! A place filled with rich history, one-of-a-kind culture, beautiful waterways, and communities that know how to celebrate life.
Here along Bayou Lafourche, we’re especially grateful for the role our bayou has played in Louisiana’s story connecting our communities, shaping our culture, and continuing to be a lifeline for so many.
Here’s to the bayous, the people, and the places that make our state so special!

The children of Jazz Fest love our boats and Cajun heritage!
04/26/2026

The children of Jazz Fest love our boats and Cajun heritage!

12/25/2025

Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and happy new year!

As Christmas shopping kicks into full swing, please remember to support your favorite non-profit museum! Your generosity...
12/01/2025

As Christmas shopping kicks into full swing, please remember to support your favorite non-profit museum! Your generosity helps protect and preserve the unique collection of artifacts for future generations to enjoy.

Our goal is to begin construction on our new museum in Fall 2026 — and YOU can help make it a reality!

Thank you for being part of our mission.

Make a difference today by donating through our secure website or by mailing a check. Every contribution matters!

https://traditionallouisianaboatbuilding.org

Future Location Exciting plans are underway for the Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building's new home!We are thrilled to announce our new location will be on the campus of Nicholls State University, nestled on the banks of Bayou Lafourche. Our new facility will offer a state-of-the-art works...

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Mail: PO Box 2362
Thibodaux, LA
70310

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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+19855325106

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