Hamburg, Louisiana facts for kids

Hamburg is a small place located in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a big city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger parish. Every place has a special number for mail, called a ZIP Code. Hamburg's ZIP Code is 71339.

Why is it Called Hamburg?

Long ago, some of the first people who settled in this area came from Germany. They decided to name their new home after a famous city in Germany called Hamburg. It was a way to remember their homeland.

Learning in the Community

Kids in Hamburg go to public schools. These schools are looked after and managed by the Avoyelles Parish School Board. A school board helps make decisions about schools, teachers, and what students learn in a certain area.