Wetlands 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
- 15 ft
- Elevation
The Acadians who made their home along Louisiana’s bayous created a unique Cajun culture shaped by life on the water. The center shares their stories through a short film, permanent and special exhibits, live music, walking tours of Thibodaux, and boat tours of Bayou Lafourche.
Admission is free for the center and most programs.
Enjoy our interactive playroom for kids of all ages, and explore our art gallery, featuring amazing artwork from Louisiana artists!
Visit and experience life here on the bayou!
Getting there
Bayou Lafourche runs through the city of Thibodaux; Highway 308 follows its north bank and Highway 1 its south bank. The center is located on the south bank of Bayou Lafourche near downtown Thibodaux and the Jackson Street bridge on the Hwy 1 side.
Getting There
From New Orleans (~60 miles), driving - via I‑10 and LA‑1—well-marked and typically under 1.5 hours depending on traffic.
From Baton Rouge (~70 -75 miles) driving - via I‑10 East from Baton Rouge, then merge onto US‑90 East toward Thibodaux.
29.79619, -90.82495 · 29°47'46.3"N 90°49'29.8"W
Typical weather
Typically 92°F in Aug, down to 64°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 64 | 68 | 74 | 79 | 86 | 91 | 92 | 92 | 89 | 82 | 73 | 66 |
| Low °F | 45 | 49 | 54 | 60 | 67 | 73 | 75 | 75 | 71 | 61 | 52 | 47 |
| Precip in | 5.8 | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 5.9 | 8.7 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 6.0 | 4.7 | 3.8 | 5.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.2 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 Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center
- Can you reserve a site at Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center?
- No. Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (985) 448-1375
- 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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