Jeff Davis Parish
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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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Jennings Stars and Stripes Festival at the I-10 Park! July 3rd! #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana https://t.co/fAHsENdcin
Jennings Stars and Stripes Festival at the I-10 Park! July 3rd! #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana pic.twitter.com/fAHsENdcin
— Jeff Davis Parish (@JeffDavisParish) June 20, 2018
Beautiful Lake Arthur #onlylouisiana #jeffdavisparish #feedyoursoul https://t.co/rWTYTipcD0
Beautiful Lake Arthur #onlylouisiana #jeffdavisparish #feedyoursoul pic.twitter.com/rWTYTipcD0
— Jeff Davis Parish (@JeffDavisParish) June 19, 2018
Have you been to the Welsh Museum? The museum showcases rural life in Louisiana, filled with local history, farming displays, military displays and MUCH more! 202 E. South Street in Welsh. Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10a-2p #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana #feedyoursoul https://t.co/ivXor32jTa
Have you been to the Welsh Museum? The museum showcases rural life in Louisiana, filled with local history, farming displays, military displays and MUCH more! 202 E. South Street in Welsh. Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10a-2p #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana #feedyoursoul pic.twitter.com/ivXor32jTa
— Jeff Davis Parish (@JeffDavisParish) June 15, 2018
This family from Kentucky stopped to hold our baby gators while traveling through Louisiana. Stop by and have a one of kind experience at the Gator Chateau! I-10 Park Exit 64, Jennings, LA! https://t.co/uE4c4nuGGA #onlylouisiana #jeffdavisparish #gatorchateau #feedyoursoul
This family from Kentucky stopped to hold our baby gators while traveling through Louisiana. Stop by and have a one of kind experience at the Gator Chateau! I-10 Park Exit 64, Jennings, LA! https://t.co/uE4c4nuGGA #onlylouisiana #jeffdavisparish #gatorchateau #feedyoursoul
— Jeff Davis Parish (@JeffDavisParish) June 14, 2018
Join us at the Historic Strand Theatre on Main Street in Jennings for popcorn and a movie! Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 6pm, "Race to Witch Mountain", tickets are $3, 12 and under free! Brought to you by ABOB, sponsored by Wendell & Megan Miller #jeffdavisparish @onlylouisiana
Join us at the Historic Strand Theatre on Main Street in Jennings for popcorn and a movie! Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 6pm, "Race to Witch Mountain", tickets are $3, 12 and under free! Brought to you by ABOB, sponsored by Wendell & Megan Miller #jeffdavisparish @onlylouisiana
— Jeff Davis Parish (@JeffDavisParish) June 14, 2018
Planning has begun on the 38th Annual Stearman Fly In! Mark your calendar for this great event! Saturday, October 6, 2018 #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana #feedyoursoul https://t.co/vIYs2iEXoV
Planning has begun on the 38th Annual Stearman Fly In! Mark your calendar for this great event! Saturday, October 6, 2018 #jeffdavisparish #onlylouisiana #feedyoursoul pic.twitter.com/vIYs2iEXoV
— Jeff Davis Parish (@JeffDavisParish) June 13, 2018
