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Introduction to Crowley, Louisiana
Crowley, Louisiana, in Acadia county, is 21 miles W of Lafayette, Louisiana (center to center) and 138 miles W of Orleans, Louisiana. The city is conveniently located inside the Lafayette metropolitan area. There are an estimated 14,225 people in Crowley.
Crowley History
C.C. Duson and W.W. Duson were the founders of Crowley. The city was incorporated in the year 1887. The land was platted and developed by W.W. Duson who was an official of Southwest Louisiana Land Company. The city’s first National Bank was opened by Maime Duson. In the 20th century several oil discoveries were made in Acadia Parish. This led to companies looking for business come to Crowley. The city was named after Pat Crowley, who was an Irish railroad man and helped to establish the railroad depot in this area.
Crowley and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Crowley
Hoffpauir Park, Levy Park, Martin Luther King Park, and Bicentennial Park are among the parks where tourists can enjoy various recreational activities. Golf lovers can visit the Bayou Bend Country Club. One may also join the natives to celebrate local festivals like Mardi Gras which is celebrated in February and Rice Festival in October.
Crowley Transportation
Chennault International Airport is the nearest international airport.
Crowley Higher Education
Louisiana Technical College - Acadian Campus is the local college. University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Mcneese State University are among the other nearby educational institutions.
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