Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
Facility · Louisiana ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, Barataria Preserve (National Historical Park and Preserve) · Open Access
- 46 ft
- Elevation
The Acadian exiles from Canada's Nova Scotia who settled Louisiana's prairies developed a distinctive cultural mix of Cajun, Creole, and cowboy. The Prairie Acadian Cultural Center tells this story through ranger programs, exhibits, and films. The center features cooking and crafts demonstrations, local musicians, and dancing for all. Center admission is free.
Getting there
From I-10, take Exit 80 to Route 13 north. After 18 miles, at the stop sign, turn left onto Maple Ave. In .2 miles, turn right on S C C Duson St. In .4 miles, turn left on Park Ave. After .1 miles, the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center is on your right.
250 West Park Ave
Eunice, LA 70535
30.49315, -92.41731 · 30°29'35.3"N 92°25'2.3"W
Typical weather
Typically 93°F in Aug, down to 60°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 60 | 64 | 71 | 78 | 85 | 90 | 92 | 93 | 89 | 81 | 70 | 63 |
| Low °F | 40 | 44 | 51 | 57 | 66 | 71 | 73 | 73 | 68 | 57 | 48 | 42 |
| Precip in | 6.4 | 4.6 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 5.7 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.4 | 4.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
- Can you reserve a site at Prairie Acadian Cultural Center?
- No. Prairie Acadian Cultural Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
Camping near Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
- Loran Camp 42.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fullerton Recreation Area 49.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Acadian Cultural Center 31.8 mi · Facility
- Lacassine Wilderness 40.2 mi · Facility
- Ahtus Melder Camp 42 mi · Campground
- Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp 42.7 mi · Campground
- Fullerton Lake Recreation Complex, Camping/Day Use 49.3 mi · Campground
- Wild Azalea Seep Area 49.7 mi · Facility
- Enduro Camp 49.8 mi · Campground
- Castor Creek Scenic Area 49.8 mi · Facility
- Evangeline Unit 52.4 mi · Facility
- Evangeline Camp 53.2 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone (337) 457-8499
- Email jela_interpretation@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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