INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM

MORGAN CITY, LA

Southern Pacific Lift Bridge Southern Pacific Lift Bridge (1908; truss), over the Atchafalaya River at Berwick Bay, Morgan City LA
Southern Pacific Lift Bridge Credit: kewing

The International Petroleum Museum in Morgan City, Louisiana is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history of the oil and gas industry. Located on the banks of the Atchafalaya River, the museum is housed in a former drilling rig that has been converted into a museum.

Inside, visitors can explore a variety of exhibits that showcase the technology and tools used in the oil and gas industry over the years. There are displays of drilling equipment, historical photos and documents, and interactive exhibits that allow visitors to experience what it's like to work on an offshore rig.

One of the highlights of the museum is the "Jack-Up Rig Room," which features a life-sized replica of an offshore drilling rig. Visitors can climb aboard and explore the various levels of the rig, from the living quarters to the drilling deck.

In addition to its exhibits, the International Petroleum Museum also offers educational programs and tours for groups of all ages. Whether you're a student studying the oil and gas industry or simply curious about this important part of Louisiana's history, the International Petroleum Museum is a must-visit destination.

INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MORGAN CITY LA. US MID #8402200061

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Southern Pacific Lift Bridge Southern Pacific Lift Bridge (1908; truss), over the Atchafalaya River at Berwick Bay, Morgan City LA
Fishing the Atchafalaya Fishing, Atchafalaya River, Morgan City LA
Atchafalaya River E. J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi Bridge (cantilever; 1975) and Long–Allen Bridge (truss; 1933) over the Atchafalaya River (a distributary of the Mississippi River), Morgan City LA
South Reef Lighthouse South Reef Lighthouse, under the E. J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi Bridge (cantilever; 1975) over the Atchafalaya River, Morgan City LA
Dyer Building Dyer Building (1912), Morgan City LA
Molly at Floodwall Floodwall, showing levels of previous floods, Morgan City LA
Corner of Front and Freret Corner of Front and Freret streets, Morgan City LA [Note the 21 ft. seawall built in 1973 after flood water topped the previous 13 ft. wall.]
Fading memory Dilapidated Victorian, Morgan City LA
Wilmore Home Wilmore Home (c. 1820; typical Acadian Cottage style (with addition at far end), supposedly the oldest home in Morgan City LA
Prohaska House J.F. Prohaska House, "Adele" (1902), on First St., Morgan City LA
1947 DeSoto Coupe 1947 DeSoto Coupe, Morgan City LA
Lawrence Park Lawrence Park, Morgan City LA

Contact INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM

INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM
111 1ST ST
MORGAN CITY
LA
70380

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INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM Information

MID # 8402200061
Name INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 29.690614, -91.207656
CODES FIPS State Code: 22
FIPS County Code: 101
US Census Tract: 040300
US Census Block: 1070