Shoemaker
Usually a man, a shoemaker was generally not a full time job. However, a his skill as a shoemaker meant that an enslaved man would be asked to repair bridals, harnesses, and the plethora of leather goods used in plantation operation.
Oak Alley's historic site will be closed on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 in observance of Mardi Gras.
Usually a man, a shoemaker was generally not a full time job. However, a his skill as a shoemaker meant that an enslaved man would be asked to repair bridals, harnesses, and the plethora of leather goods used in plantation operation.