Arnaudville, Louisiana facts for kids
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Arnaudville, Louisiana
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| Town of Arnaudville | |
Location of Arnaudville in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parishes | St. Landry, St. Martin |
| Incorporated | 1870 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.71 sq mi (1.83 km2) |
| • Land | 0.69 sq mi (1.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
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| • Total | 1,009 |
| • Density | 1,453.89/sq mi (561.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 337 |
| FIPS code | 22-03110 |
Arnaudville is a small town located in the state of Louisiana in the United States. It's special because it sits across two different areas called parishes: St. Landry and St. Martin.
Part of Arnaudville is near the larger city of Lafayette. The other part is closer to the towns of Opelousas and Eunice. In 2020, about 1,009 people lived there.
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History of Arnaudville
Arnaudville is one of the oldest towns in St. Landry Parish. It was first settled by French people in the late 1700s. Before that, it was a village for the Attakapas Native American tribe.
The town was first called La Murière. Later, it was known as La Jonction, which means "The Junction" in French. This name fit well because the town is located where two important waterways, Bayou Teche and Bayou Fusilier, meet.
In the 1800s, the town was renamed Arnaudville. This happened after the Arnaud family gave a lot of land. They donated the land to help build a church for everyone in the community. The town officially became a town in 1870.
Geography
Arnaudville is located right on the Bayou Teche. This bayou flows from St. Landry Parish into St. Martin Parish. Because it's where Bayou Teche and Bayou Fuselier meet, many French-speaking locals still call it "La Jonction."
The town covers a small area, about 0.7 square miles (1.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population Information
The population of Arnaudville has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 140 | — | |
| 1900 | 327 | — | |
| 1910 | 279 | −14.7% | |
| 1920 | 408 | 46.2% | |
| 1930 | 483 | 18.4% | |
| 1940 | 640 | 32.5% | |
| 1950 | 872 | 36.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,184 | 35.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,673 | 41.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,679 | 0.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,444 | −14.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,398 | −3.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,057 | −24.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,009 | −4.5% | |
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As of 2020, there were 1,009 people living in Arnaudville. About 498 households and 311 families called the town home.
In 2019, the average age of people in Arnaudville was about 30 years old. Most of the people, about 72%, were 18 or older. About 12% were 65 or older.
Many people in Arnaudville speak French. In 2013, about 35% of people over age 5 spoke French at home. This includes a special kind of French called Cajun. English was spoken by about 65% of the people.
Arts and Culture
Arnaudville is a lively place with several fun events and cultural spots.
Local Festivals
- The Étouffée Festival is held every year in April. It celebrates local food and culture.
- The Le Feu et l'Eau ("Fire and Water") Rural Arts Celebration happens in December. It showcases local art.
- The Bayou Blues Revival is another festival held in April. It features blues music.
Since 2005, many artists and musicians from all over the world have been drawn to Arnaudville. They love its charming setting and unique culture.
Saint Luc French Immersion & Cultural Campus
Arnaudville is home to the Saint Luc French Immersion & Cultural Campus. Its French name is Centre d'immersion linguistique et culturelle Saint Luc. This center works to keep the Acadiana culture and the special Louisianian French language alive.
The center started in 2005 with workshops for college students. It grew into a five-day program called "Sur Les Deux Bayous." In 2019, the center bought and began renovating an old hospital building. This will give them a bigger, permanent home.
Other Cultural Spots
Arnaudville also has other interesting places:
- Nunu artist collective: A group of artists who work together.
- Bayou Teche Brewery: A local place that makes drinks.
- Maison Stephanie: A cultural spot.
- The Little Big Cup restaurant: A popular local restaurant.
Notable people
- Camille Bob: A rhythm and blues singer and musician.
- Don Cravins, Jr.: A politician who served in the Louisiana State Legislature.
- Joe Hall: An accordion player known for Creole, Cajun, and zydeco music.
Sister City
Jausiers, France
See Also
In Spanish: Arnaudville para niños
