Opened in 1990, Vermilionville represents the cultural mission of the Bayou Vermilion District; a living history museum and folklife park sharing appreciation for the history, culture, and natural resources of the Native Americans, Acadians, Creoles, and peoples of African descent in the Attakapas region through the end of the 1800s. Through historic interpretation and conservation along the Bayou Vermilion, we strive to educate guests on the interactions of these groups and the connections between past and contemporary folklife, thus empowering guests to apply these lessons from our shared histories. The park sits on a 23-acre site on the banks of the Bayou Vermilion with 19 structures, including seven restored original homes with more than 13 local artisans that provide demonstrations on a variety of essential crafts performed by the various cultures in this region. Vermilionville welcomes nearly 50,000 visitors from all over the world to their park and hosts more than 30 special events geared toward education, music, environment, and culture in addition to weekly Saturday Jam and Sunday Dances.
