In a devastating turn of events, the historic Nottoway Plantation in White Castle, Louisiana has been destroyed by fire , leaving behind only a charred shell of what was once the largest remaining antebellum mansion in the American South. Long admired for its grand columns and sprawling estate, the mansion was a cultural landmark and major tourist attraction. Now, it stands as a symbol of loss—both architectural and historical. 🚒 A Sudden Blaze Engulfs the Mansion on May 15, 2025 🌩️ The fire broke out in the early afternoon of May 15 , and despite the efforts of multiple fire crews from Iberville Parish and surrounding areas, the building was quickly consumed by flames. According to Ken Pastorick , the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Public Affairs Director, " Nottoway Plantation was destroyed ... It's a shell." Constructed in 1859 using cypress wood , the mansion became a tinderbox once the fire ignited. The fast-spreading flames tore through the 31-acre property...