History of Manresa House of Retreats
A Journey through Time
Nestled in Convent, Louisiana, between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, Manresa House of Retreats is a haven of tranquility on the banks of the Mississippi River.
Our historic 130-acre campus boasts picturesque buildings dating back to the early 19th century, once home to Jefferson College and later conducted by the Marist Fathers as St. Mary's Jefferson College. In 1931, the Jesuits acquired the property to establish a retreat house.