St. Martinville, Parish seat in Louisiana, US
Description
St. Martinville is the parish seat of St. Martin Parish in southern Louisiana, situated along Bayou Teche. The town contains the main courthouse, administrative offices, and public services that manage the region's local government.
History
French explorers reached the area in the early 1700s, but Acadian settlers arrived in 1765 and established a thriving community. These arrivals shaped the town's identity and left a lasting mark on its character.
Culture
The St. Martin of Tours Church dominates the town center and reflects the arrival of Acadian settlers who reshaped the community. Locals and visitors alike connect to this heritage through place names and family stories passed down through generations.
Practical
The town is easy to explore on foot, with most public buildings located near Bayou Teche. Visitors can find parking near main attractions and get a good sense of the place within a few hours of walking.
Did you know?
The Evangeline Oak, a massive tree that has stood for generations, sits beside the church as a silent monument to local lore. This tree remains quietly overlooked by many visitors despite its connection to regional literary traditions.
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Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site
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St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church
348 m
Darby Plantation
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Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
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Maison Olivier
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12.9 kmD. W. Voorhies House
516 m
The Magnolias
13.1 kmComeaux House
12.9 km
First United Methodist Church
13.1 kmMain Street Historic District
12.9 kmSt. Cecilia School
13.3 kmJanin Store
13.1 km
St. Martin Parish Courthouse
655 m
Fontenette-Bienvenu House
165 m
Bonin House
371 mMartial Billeaud Jr. House
13.1 kmRoy-LeBlanc House
13.2 km
Dautreuil House
655 m
Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site
1.5 kmMain Street Historic District
12.8 kmSaint Martinville Historic District
166 mLe Triomphe Golf and Country Club
11.6 kmSquirrel Run Golf Club
10.1 kmChampagne's Cajun Swamp Tours
12.8 kmStatue of Mary
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