Alligator King

05/20/2026

"Aw, socks again!?" You won't be hearing that this season with these cool alligator socks for the whole family!

Men, women, kids & babies -- we've got cool gator style for everyone on your list. Shop the Gator Museum gift store after exploring our museum exhibits for a festive, fun time!

📍 2051 Magazine St , NOLA

05/20/2026

Louisiana lawmakers consider the creation of a recreational alligator hunting season.

This would "dovetail" into the commercial alligator hunting season already in existence.

The consideration of this idea is a sign of Louisiana's alligator conservation program landmark success, rehabilitating the alligator population back from the brink of extinction to a healthy population of 2 million wild alligators.

However, some raise concerns about how recreational hunting may affect populations and the fairness to commercial operators. Nothing will happen until the Louisiana Alligator Advisory Council meets. Stay tuned right here....

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📸 credit: Robert Gregory Griffeth

04/30/2026

The ultimate fest accessory -- the Gator Museum Clip-On Alligator Hot Sauce Holster -- perfect for saucing up that cochon de lait with your favorite Alligator King hot sauce! 🐊

👂 Tell us: What's your favorite fest food??

Get yours just before heading to the Fairgrounds, just in time for Weekend Two... only at the Great American Alligator season!

Also available online at ALLIGATORKING.com

📍 2051 Magazine St, NOLA ⚜️

🎶 Stanton Moore

04/29/2026

👀 Spotted at the Tokyo airport: beautiful alligator leather purses, raising awareness of the purpose of the CITES Treaty. 🌏

that the international trade of alligator products is regulated? This means that, due to the American alligator hide's resemblance to that of crocodilian species which are endangered thus prohibited, countries must monitor international trade of alligator leather.

Learn more at the Gator Museum! 🐊

Open Thursday - Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm

📍 2051 Magazine St, NOLA

www.GATORMUSEUM.com

10/03/2024

While you're at the The Great American Alligator Museum.... don't miss the chance to shop Alligator King's flagship store! 🐊

The Great American Alligator Museum in New Orleans is a unique attraction dedicated to the study and appreciation of alligators, featuring life-size models, interactive displays, and educational exhibits on their biology, behavior, and historical significance. The museum offers guided tours, worksho...

08/22/2024

✨NEW gator books now available! ✨

Check out the new collection at the Alligator King gift shop (inside The Great American Alligator Museum) or online anytime 👇

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03/26/2024

The owner of a 12-foot alligator recently seized by conservation officers is fighting for its return, saying the reptile he has shared a home with is a gentle giant that's no danger to anyone.

03/25/2024

Our righthand reptile 🐊

☝️ Keep an alligator on hand at all times. 🐊

03/13/2024

Spring's almost here! 🌸 You know what that means... alligator courtship season is in the air too!

Stay tuned here as we highlight gator interactions across the gator habitat. 🐊

03/01/2024

Come for the 14-foot-long taxidermy alligator. Stay for the mini costumed gators shooting pool.