Preble used his taxidermy skills to create Darrell the “Dogigator. 183 reviews 2 of 9 things to do in Abita Springs Speciality Museums Art Museums Closed now 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Visit website Call Email Write a review About Suggested duration < 1 hour Suggest edits to improve what we show. Preble used a variety of recyclable materials, lights, and motors to make this Mardi Gras scene move! The flying saucer spins, the French Quarter balcony rocks and the float riders dance! Louisianas most eccentric museum and gift shop is a folk art environment with thousands of found objects and homemade inventions. Abita is a popular stop with trace-side attractions like the Abita Mystery House, restaurants, and art galleries. Admission is only 5, and it's worth every penny For more information, visit the Abita Mystery House website. Artist John Preble, owner of the UCM Museum/Abita Mystery House has created a visual wonderland in the resort town of Abita Springs, Louisiana. Abita Springs, LA 70420 985.892.0711 From Covington, its a 3.55-mile ride over the Bogue Falaya River into downtown Abita Springs and the Abita Tourism Plaza, museum and childrens playground. Preble’s collection includes interactive dioramas of Southern life. A unique look at the small-town roadside attraction in Louisiana that houses thousands of home-made inventions and items that have been found. The Abita Mystery House is open daily from 10 a.m. Artist and Mystery House curator, John Preble, has spent years collecting found objects and creating unusual inventions for this roadside attraction!
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