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Crowley

Founded in 1886 & soon emerged as center of state’s rice industry. Historic district listed on National Register of Historic Places. Significant for its impressive c. 1890-c.1930 commercial area & its superb Victorian residences.
Located in Crowley, Parish. Acadia Parish. 314




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