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A Soldier's Story
May 25, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Vermilionville
Looking for something to do during Memorial Day weekend? If so, we have an additional educational opportunity for all ages throughout our historic village. Take a look...
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Cajun Jam Session
May 25, 2019
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Performance Center
Listen. Play. Dance. Or, do all three - if you choose - at Vermilionville's weekly Cajun Jam Sessions. After you enjoy the weekend buffet special in our restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman, be sure to explore the historic village and stop by the Performance Center for some great, Cajun entertainment.
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Full Calendar

Guided Tours for Walk-Ins | Every 1st & 3rd Saturday

Join us for a French language guided walking tour available to walk-in visitors. The cost is only $2 more in addition to normal admission fees.The reservations are first come, first served when the admissions desk opens at 10:00 a.m. The tour will take place from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Le Bal du Dimanche à Vermilionville | Every Sunday

Join us during our Le Bal du Dimanche à Vermilionville with the hottest performers in the area with world renowned fame. Grab a partner and bring your dancing shoes. The house is rockin' from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Click here for a list of artists.

Les Vues Film Series: Symphony of the Soil | Every Month

Stay informed. Be enlightened. And, engage during our free cultural films held on the last Monday of the month in the Performance Center. Learn more concerning the next documentary headed to a screen near you.

SUMMER CAMPS IN FRENCH AND ENGLISH | JUNE & JULY

Learn more about Vermilionville's annual "On Voyage dans le Temps à Vermilionville: It Takes a Village" Summer Camp for children ages 5 -12. Your child(ren) will have a great social circle, an educational experience and exciting recreational activities.

Weekly Cajun Jam Session | Every Saturday

Join the Cajun Jammers every Saturday from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. led by some of the area’s finest musicians. The free jam is held in the Performance Center at Vermilionville and is open to all skill levels - beginner to professional.

Where History Is Hands-On

Opened in 1990, Vermilionville is a living history museum and folklife park, whose purpose is to preserve and interpret authentic elements of folklife cultures - Acadian, Native Americans, Creole & African descent - located in the Attakapas area between 1765 and 1890. The celebration of these cultures includes language; music and dance; the performance of traditional arts; artifacts; landscaping; architecture; historic costuming; beliefs and customs; cuisine; and traditional holidays and festivals. Vermilionville seeks to enlighten visitors about the history and culture of Acadiana and to help ethnic groups of this area gain a better understanding and appreciation of their own cultures and those of others in this multi-ethnic region.
 
The park sits on a 23-acre site on the banks of the Bayou Vermilion with 19 attractions, including seven restored original homes with artisans that provide demonstrations, daily, on a variety of essential crafts performed by the early settlers.  

Hours

Vermilionville is open six days a week, Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please keep in mind that we stop taking admission at 3:00 p.m. daily as it takes approximately an hour to an hour and thirty minutes to tour our historic village. Our historic village is closed on Mondays and for major holidays including New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Mardi Gras Day, Thanksgiving,  Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Regular Admission
Adults (ages 19 – 65): $10.00 per person
Senior Citizens (age 65+): $8.00 per person
Students (ages 5 – 18): $6.00 per person
Children (under 5): No Charge

Group Admission (Minimum of 20 People)

*Adults (ages 19 – 65+): $8.00 per person
Students (ages 5 – 18): $5.00 per person
Children (under 5): No Charge
 
* Disclaimer: In order to receive the reduced admission rate, groups must be booked in advance and one payment made upon arrival.

Discounts

AAA: Adult $9.00, Senior $7.00, Student $5.00  
Active Military plus Dependants: $5.00; $7.00 Senior & Retired
Le Guide Routard: $6.00 
ULL's Alumni Association (must present current member ID): $6.00  
Louisiana Public Broadcasting: $2.00 Off Admission
National Preservation for Historic Trust: $2.00 off Admission

Accessibility

Vermilionville is completely handicap-accessible. Our attractions are outfitted with a wide ramp for wheelchair and walker access. If you require a wheelchair, please inquire in the gift shop and we will be happy to provide you with one to utilize during your visit.

Directions

Vermilionville is located in the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana, right across from the Lafayette Regional Airport off of Surrey St.