Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site Park
Historic Louisiana site commemorating Longfellow's Evangeline poem
Near St. Martinville, the Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site interprets Acadian history tied to Longfellow's poem. Visitors see historic homes, exhibits on Acadian life and guided tours about regional folklore and architecture.
Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site at a Glance#
Address: Corner of Revere and Longfellow Streets, St. Martinville, LA 70582, United States
Website: https://www.crt.state.la.us/louisiana-state-museums/museum-areas/longfellow-evangeline/index
Hours: Tue-Sat 9:00am-4:00pm (check seasonal changes)
Admission: Adults approx. $5-$8 (check local site), reduced and free options for residents and children
How to Get to Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site#
The site is in St. Martinville, off LA-31 and LA-96. It’s about a 40-50 minute drive from Lafayette, LA, and accessible by car; local signage directs visitors to downtown parking.
Tips for Visiting Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site#
- Check the site calendar for seasonal events commemorating Longfellow and Acadian history.
- Combine with a drive around the Bayou Teche for contextual views of the poetry that inspired the site.
- Respect quiet zones - part of the site interprets funerary and memorial spaces.
Best Time to Visit Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site#
Spring and fall are the most comfortable seasons to visit due to heat and humidity in summer.
Weather & Climate near Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site#
Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1562 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).