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Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
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The park's mission to preserve and share cultural traditions, historical sites, and natural landscapes means that there's always something interesting going on at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. The links above provide information about what's happening throughout the park.

For information on exhibits, events, and ranger programs at the park, visit the schedule of events.

 

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Louisiana’s coastline is slowly disappearing into the Gulf of Mexico. Land in coastal Louisiana is sinking about one inch every 2 ½ years.

Last Updated: June 27, 2007 at 12:15 EST