Layton Castle Virtual Tour & History

Layton Castle is a beautiful Southern home with a European flair located in Monroe, LA. Layton Castle was originally called “Mulberry Grove.” Learn about its evolution from a creole cottage to a castle. It sits on five acres of gardens and ancient trees and hosts a family cemetery, a 1790s wine house and historic bottle museum, a converted carriage house for short stays and small events - and apartments. The virtual tour includes a talk and slideshow with visiting the family floor with its Victorian parlor, library full of 1800s books, Audubon dining room and more. Learn about Judge Henry Bry, a Swiss emigrant who helped write and signed the first Louisiana Constitution representing Ouachita, how he helped rename Monroe:) and more. Explore the historic gardens and trees with Branch Manager Joyce Powell. A community program will be held Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 11:00 A. M. at Carver McDonald Branch Library, 2941 Renwick, St., Monroe LA with Presenter: Pam Dupuy, Steward of Layton Castle in Monroe LA. More info 318-327-1477.