The Old U.S. Mint is currently the location of the Louisiana Historical Center. Mint holds title of being the only mint to produce American and Confederate coinage. It operated as a branch mint of the United States Mint from 1838 to 1861 and from 1879 to 1909. During that years of operation, it produced over 427 million gold and silver coins.
Opening hours:
Tuesday – Sunday 10 am – 4:30 pm.
Closed Monday and state holidays.
Admissions:
Adults: $6
Students, Senior Citizens, Active Military: $5
Children 12 and under: Free
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