Jeff Davis Parish
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Our small town communities have a warm welcome for you!
Jefferson Davis Parish (French: Paroisse de Jefferson Davis) is named after the President of the Confederacy during the American Civil War, Jefferson Davis, and founded in 1912. The first oil in Louisiana was drilled in 1901 in what is now Jeff Davis Parish. We are located in southwestern Louisiana.
Jeff Davis Parish comprises five incorporate towns including Elton, Fenton, Jennings (Parish seat), Lake Arthur, and Welsh. Centered between Houston, TX and New Orleans, LA. Jeff Davis Parish is a quaint, rural community that is strategically positioned for success. Interstate 10 runs east and west through the center of our parish, providing quick and easy access to local markets. Our area offers many ways for economic growth and lots of interest for tourism. From unique cuisine to a variety of landscapes, our area is rich in culture.
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The JDP Tourist Commission is excited to welcome back LDWF and another wonderful family fishing event! Get out and Fish will be held at the I-10 Park on 11-2-19! Free Event! See flyer for details! #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana #feedyoursoul https://t.co/g1MqPczmSa
Battle of the Bows 2019! Keeping our Cajun Heritage Alive with a one of a kind Cajun Fiddle Competition! At the Historic Strand Theatre on 11/2/19! Enter today! #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana Feedyoursoul #feedyoursoul https://t.co/Wby9JUBDdS
Great event! Plan to come out and see the planes! #jeffdavisparish #feedyoursoul #onlylouisiana https://t.co/2xrTBiy2pR
