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Come explore the heart of the Barataria Basin, where the dark bayou waters hide silent alligators alongside the secrets of notorious pirate Jean Lafitte. Remnants of the past are still present in this historic fishing village and the trails and waterways traversing the area.

Only a short distance from the big city of New Orleans, Jean Lafitte and its bayou culture feels like a world apart. Spend the day here, touring the mysterious swamps, eating some of Louisiana’s best seafood and learning about the people and their unique way of life.

 

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Fall Town Market Schedule Announced!

Fall Town Market Schedule Announced!

Jean Lafitte is excited to announce the Town Market Schedule for this Fall! Looking forward to seeing you there. If you are interested in being a vendor please contact Jeff Adam at: adam@townofjeanlafitte.com Dates: Saturday, August 12, 2023 (10 am to 2 pm) Saturday,...

Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program Announces Deadline

Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program Announces Deadline

Was your home damaged by Hurricane Laura, Delta or Ida and/or the May 2021 Severe Storms? Grant funds are available to help you repair or rebuild your home or reimburse you for repairs already completed – don’t miss out! To get started, all you have to do is complete...

Keep Louisiana Beautiful grant awarded to Jean Lafitte

Keep Louisiana Beautiful grant awarded to Jean Lafitte

We are happy to announce that the town of Jean Lafitte was selected as one of the 98 recipients of the 2023 Keep Louisiana Beautiful trash receptacle grant program made possible with funding from the State of Louisiana and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Jean...

Lafitte Barataria

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The 6,000-square-foot, Barataria Museum tells the 200-year-old story of the Town of Jean Lafitte, a historic fishing village 20 miles southwest of New Orleans.

 

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Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival

Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival

04/12/2024 - 04/14/2024    
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival returns Friday to Sunday, April 12-14! The festival will include live music, Louisiana food, swamp tours, kayak rentals, carnival rides, [...]

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