- TripBuzz found 8 things to do with kids in or near Marksville, Louisiana, including 3 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Alexandria.
- From Kids Quest to Marksville State Historic Site, the Marksville area offers 24 different types of family activities, including: Historic Sites, Children's Play Area, Theaters and Historic Homes.
- Marksville, LA is less than two hours from state capital Baton Rouge and has a modest population of 5,000 people. With a rich history in Native American culture, Marksville is also home to a Tunica-Biloxi Indian Tribe Reservation. Other prominent cultures in the area include Cajun and African American, who each have a rich history with the area's settlement and plantations.
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There are 2 types of tours available at the Frogmore Plantation, a historic tour and a modern tour. The plantation was founded in the early 18th century and it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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315 North Main Street, Opelousas, LA 70570
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Featuring an interpretive exhibit that expounds on the history and culture of Opelousas, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center has artifacts that date back to the prehistoric era. The museum also hosts special events and music festivals.
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Dedicated to the event of transporting orphan, and sometimes homeless children, to an orphanage the Louisiana Orphan Train Museum will provide heart wrenching exhibits. View painted depictions of the event or discover who the children of the events were.
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828 East Landry, Opelousas, LA 70570
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Le Vieux Village de Poste des Opelousas was established in 1720 and is one of Louisiana's oldest towns. It is home to many annual events as well as The Orphan Train Museum and a Jim Bowie exhibit.
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2059 Anna Lee Street, Opelousas, LA 70570
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Hosting local swim team meets, Opelousas Tennis & Swimming Club features a lap pool with open swim hours. In addition to the pool, the club also has two tennis courts.
42.8 Miles
Home to four screens and stadium seating, Acadiana Cinema offers a comfortable and intimate movie going experience. The theatre shows the latest feature film titles and offers a full service snack bar.
42.8 Miles
Home to four screens and stadium seating, Acadiana Cinema offers a comfortable and intimate movie going experience. The theatre shows the latest feature film titles and offers a full service snack bar.
44.6 Miles
With the first flowers being planted more than 1 century and ½ ago, the Afton Villa Gardens are included in the National Register of Historic Places.
45.5 Miles
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8345 US Highway 61, St. Francisville, LA 70775
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The Butler Greenwood Plantation has remained in the family since it was founded, in 1790. It has 8 cottages which can be rented.