Jean Lafitte NHP & PRES - Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center, Thibodaux, LA
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N 29° 47.752 W 090° 49.459
15R E 710293 N 3298150
This station is one of six locations that comprise the Jean Lafite NHP & Preserve. This "Acadian Cultural Center" focuses on the life of cajuns within the wetlands of South Louisiana.
Waymark Code: WM69A
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 01/20/2006
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Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve was established to preserve significant examples of the rich natural and cultural resources of Louisiana's Mississippi Delta region. The park seeks to illustrate the influence of environment and history on the development of a unique regional culture.
The park consists of six physically separate sites and a park headquarters located in southeastern Louisiana. The sites in Lafayette, Thibodaux, and Eunice interpret the Acadian culture of the area. The Barataria Preserve (in Marrero) interprets the natural and cultural history of the uplands, swamps, and marshlands of the region. Six miles southeast of New Orleans is the Chalmette Battlefield and National Cemetery, site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans and the final resting place for soldiers from the Civil War, Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, and Vietnam. At 419 Decatur Street in the historic French Quarter is the park's visitor center for New Orleans. This center interprets the history of New Orleans and the diverse cultures of Louisiana's Mississippi Delta region. The Park Headquarters is located in New Orleans.
Visitors at the Wetlands Acadial Cultural Center can experience and learn about the different environments for plants, animals, and people; explore into local history of the area and enjoy the scenic views provided by nearby Bayou Lafourche. Within the center you can view a pirouge (flat bottom boat) but buy locals, listen to the sounds of local cajun music, and explore some of the other cultural aspects unique to the cajun culture.
This national park was created by the United States Congress in 1978 and has been growing and changing each and every year.