One of three spots run by the National Park Service, this tells the story of the Acadians arrival to Louisiana. Well told and well maintained artifacts. I would recommend to anyone in the area. They have special events and classes. Friendly employees. read more

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Apparently they have the occasional food demo because I walked out with a biscuit and brown sugar apple sauce. The staff was super friendly! read more

Prairie Acadian Cultural Center - Cultural Center Near Me - Eunice, Louisiana

In years past they always had talks on music and dancing on Mardi Gras. Not this year. They are showing the film, "Dance with a Chicken." Basic museum on Acadian and Cajun history and culture. Rangers on duty really ignorant. Someone asked them is this was the parade route. Ranger said he didn't really know. Say what?!? They used to have really knowledgeable staff. Really sad. read more

The Prairie Acadian Cultural Center is the place to go to get informed about the Acadian/Cajun culture, and to figure out how exactly so many French-speaking people settled in rural Louisiana. It's pleasant to wander through the displays of different aspects of the Cajun life, from the initial forced resettlement to music, life, cooking and work. Saturdays seem to be the time to come here, with cooking demonstrations, live music and dancing, as well as quilting demonstrations. The live music starts at 3pm Saturday as of this review, but that may be subject to change so check the web site first. There are also cooking presentations scheduled on Saturday, so if one is going on while you are there pop in to hear a discussion of cajun cooking and to taste a sample. If you're here on Saturday, don't miss the "Rendez-vous des Cajuns" live music show at the Liberty Theater next door. As of this writing, it starts at 6:00pm Saturday, and is in both Cajun French and English. If you're wanting to see and hear great Cajun music, the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center and the Saturday show at the Liberty Theater next door should be a must-stop after a long morning of dancing and music at Fred's Lounge in Mamou. The cultural center is a perfect way to fill in the hours between cajun music shows. The Prairie Acadian Cultural Center does not charge admission, but there is a donation box near where you walk in...any amount is appreciated, and helps keep this unique center alive. read more

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