There are a lot of weird and wacky roadside attractions here in Louisiana, but few are as odd as this one. Next time you’re in Abita Springs make sure you take some time to check out this interesting museum – you’ll be glad you did.
The Abita Mystery House (also known as the UCM Museum) is one of the most unique roadside attractions you’ll ever come across in Louisiana.
TheConstantRambler/Trip Advisor From pottery to sculptures, found objects, and Louisiana-themed items, the best way to describe this place would be “interesting and unusual.”
Established in 2007 by John Preble, the Abita Mystery House contains thousands of folk art objects.
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You know that saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure?”
Renee S/Tripadvisor Well, Preble took that to heart and made it his personal motto.
He has been collecting unique items for decades.
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Every inch of the walls is packed with things that will fill you with nostalgia, wonderment, and probably a bit of confusion.
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Anyone with an eye for the strange or unusual will love this place.
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One of the most popular exhibits here is Buford the Bassigator.
Karen K./Trip Advisor Housed in his own 26-foot shed, this is one display you’ll have to see for yourself.
From the quirky to the downright creepy, there’s a little bit of everything here.
brianinboca/Tripadvisor You never know what you might find!
The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is just $3.
Chris/GoogleMaps You can find the Abita Mystery House at 22275 Hwy 36, Abita Springs, LA 70420.
For more information, check out their website and follow along as the collection grows on their Facebook page
Have you ever visited this weird and wonderful place? What was your favorite item on display? Let us know in the comments below!
TheConstantRambler/Trip Advisor
From pottery to sculptures, found objects, and Louisiana-themed items, the best way to describe this place would be “interesting and unusual.”
Karen K./Trip Advisor
Renee S/Tripadvisor
Well, Preble took that to heart and made it his personal motto.
PennyW44/Trip Advisor
Abbey1981/Trip Advisor
YFigueroa/Tripadvisor
Housed in his own 26-foot shed, this is one display you’ll have to see for yourself.
brianinboca/Tripadvisor
You never know what you might find!
Chris/GoogleMaps
You can find the Abita Mystery House at 22275 Hwy 36, Abita Springs, LA 70420.
For more information, check out their website and follow along as the collection grows on their Facebook page
If you love discovering quirky places like the Abita Mystery House, here are a few other bizarre roadside attractions and Louisiana’s most unusual statues and monuments to check out!
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