Tuesday, October 14, 2008


Attractions: Cane River Plantations, Historic Homes, Northwestern State University, Lousiana Sports Hall of Fame, Kisatchie National Forest, Briarwood/Caroline Dorman Nature Preserve, antique shops, trolly rides, and river boat tours. On the last Friday of every month, Roque's Blues Hall hosts "Last Friday Blues Jam." Other weekend live music venues include Mama's Bar & Grill, Papa's Bar & Grill, and The Pioneer Pub.

Special Events Include: Mardi Gras Parade, Jazz R&B Festival, Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Annual Induction, Melrose Arts and Crafts Festival, Natchitoches/Northwestern Folk Festival, St. Augustine Church Fair, Annual Fall Pilgrimage, Cemetery Tour, Christmas Tour of Homes, and Christmas Festival of Lights.

Recreation & Sports Activities: The Log Cabin is on the banks of the Cane River Lake. Sibley Lake-2 miles away; Black Lake-17 miles away; Toledo Bend-40 miles away. Golf, tennis, fishing and boating available nearby.

Recommended Local Restaurants: Merci Beaucoup, Mama's Bar & Grill, Papa's Bar & Grill, Antoon's, The Pioneer Pub, The Ducournau, and the Mariner's Restaurant.

Shopping: Visit The Book Merchant, LeLe's, Dickins & Co., Plantation Treasures, Merci Beaucoup Gift Shop, Kaffie Frederick's, and Cora's, all on Front Street.

For more information about Natchitoches visit

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627 Williams Avenue
Natchitoches, Louisiana 71457

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