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Trip Planner:   USA  /  Louisiana  /  Lafayette Parish  /  Lafayette  /  Vermilionville

Vermilionville, Lafayette

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#2 of 31 in Things to do in Lafayette
Must see · Historic Walking Area · Tourist Spot
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A living history museum, Vermilionville explores Louisiana's Cajun culture in a recreated 18th-century village. You can make your way around the 9.3 hectare (23 acre) site yourself or with the help of a tour guide. In the village, historical houses dating from 1765 to 1890 are accompanied by mock period structures. Many are occupied by costumed artisans practicing Acadian and Creole skills like spinning, dollmaking, and woodworking. You can find some of their finished products in the gift shop. Complete your visit with a trip to the on-site restaurant for some traditional Cajun cuisine. Arrange your visit to Vermilionville and discover more family-friendly attractions in Lafayette using our Lafayette day trip planning tool.
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Vermilionville reviews

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  • By 737lorriep
    Nice way to spend a few hours strolling the property. Many of the buildings were closed but you were able to get a good idea of how the many different families lived back in the day. There was a... 
    Nice way to spend a few hours strolling the property. Many of the buildings were closed but you were able to get a good idea of how the many different families lived back in the day. There was a...  more »
  • By 461ck
    Black Pot Festival is held in the green area that surround Vermilionville. Great music; friendly people. Well worth the experience. 
    Black Pot Festival is held in the green area that surround Vermilionville. Great music; friendly people. Well worth the experience.  more »
  • By The_EdVenture
    If you come to Louisiana to discover its culture and background, then this is a place to discover! Very much enjoyed it! 
    If you come to Louisiana to discover its culture and background, then this is a place to discover! Very much enjoyed it!  more »
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