Darrow, Louisiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Darrow
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A Flanders electric auto outside shop in Darrow, Louisiana, 1912
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Ascension |
| Population
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| • Total | 200 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Darrow is a small community located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town.
It is also a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately. In the year 2020, about 200 people lived in Darrow.
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Historic Places in Darrow
Darrow is home to some very old and important buildings. These places are special because they are listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect important historical sites.
Famous Plantations
Three of these historic places are famous plantations:
These plantations show what life was like in the past. They are important parts of Louisiana's history.
James Carville's Childhood Home
Darrow also has a special connection to a well-known person. The childhood home of James Carville is located here. James Carville is a famous American political strategist. His house was actually moved to Darrow from another town. It traveled down the Mississippi River to its new spot.
Who Lives in Darrow?
In 2020, Darrow had a population of 200 people. Most of the people living in Darrow are Black or African American. About 82.5% of the population identifies as Black or African American.
A smaller part of the community, about 10%, identifies as White. There are also people of other races and those who identify as multiracial. About 2.5% of the population is of Hispanic or Latino background.
Notable People from Darrow
Darrow has been home to some interesting people.
- Edward Joseph Price is one notable person. He used to live in Darrow. He is a state representative for District 58. This means he helps make laws for Louisiana.
