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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.
Location
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.
Our small town communities have a warm welcome for you.
Tourism Contacts
Jeff Davis Parish Tourist Commission
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Board of Directors
Jeff Davis Parish Tourist Commission
The Jeff Davis Parish Tourist Commission’s board of directors are volunteers and are dedicated ambassadors for our parish and innovative, forward thinking individuals serving the communities they represent.
Austin Bertrand
Board Member
Town of Elton
Bengt Lindel
Board Member
Town of Welsh
John Marceaux
Secretary/Treasurer
JDP Police Jury
Katelyn Little
Board Member
City of Jennings
Buffina Crochet
Vice-Chairman
Hotel Association
Sheila Chapman
Chairman
Town of Lake Arthur
Ronnie Petree
Board Member
Town of Welsh
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