Vermilionville Historic Village

Vermilionville Historic Village is a reconstructed settlement along Bayou Vermilion spanning about twenty acres, with buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries showing the architecture of Acadians, Creoles, and Native Americans. The houses are furnished with period items and objects to recreate life from that era.

The village was established on the site of a former sugarcane plantation and marks the first French settlement in Louisiana with original and reconstructed buildings. These structures preserve the architectural history of the French colonial period in the region.

The village displays traditional crafts like textile spinning, with artisans working where visitors can watch them. The attached restaurant serves dishes prepared from old recipes that still reflect the tastes of the region today.

The grounds are accessible on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings and offer guided tours at a comfortable pace. The site is accessible for wheelchairs, and there are shaded areas and walking paths along the bayou.

The grounds contain a special ceremonial area for Native Americans called Common Ground that is visibly integrated into the village landscape. Sheep graze between the historic buildings, creating an authentic rural scene that reflects life from that time.

Location: Lafayette

Location: Lafayette Parish

Address: Fisher Road

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-16:00

Phone: +13372334077

Website: https://vermilionville.org/vermilionville

GPS coordinates: 30.21462,-91.99605

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:00