Bermuda, Louisiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bermuda
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 Bermuda
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Natchitoches |
| Elevation | 110 ft (30 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71456
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| GNIS feature ID | 542983 |
Bermuda is a small, unincorporated community located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a recognized place but doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
This community is found close to the Cane River Creole National Historic Park. You can find it along Louisiana Highway 112. Bermuda is situated south of a place called Point Place and near Isle Brevelle. It's also close to the historic Oakland Plantation. The Cane River is one of the important waterways nearby.
Bermuda is part of the larger Natchitoches Micropolitan Statistical Area. This area includes Natchitoches Parish and is a region with a city at its center, but it's smaller than a metropolitan area.
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Local Churches and History
St. Charles Chapel: A Community Landmark
St. Charles Chapel at Bermuda is a very old Catholic building in Bermuda. It was started in the early 1900s. French Creole families built this chapel. They used it as a "mission" church. This means it was a smaller church connected to a larger one.
Connection to St. Augustine Catholic Parish
The larger church was St. Augustine Catholic Parish Church. This main church is located in Isle Brevelle. St. Charles Chapel became a very important place for the people living in Bermuda.
Cultural Center for Louisiana Creoles
The chapel is the main cultural and religious center for the Louisiana Creole people in the area. Louisiana Creoles are a unique group of people. They have a rich history and culture. Their heritage comes from French, Spanish, and African influences in Louisiana.
