West Feliciana Parish, LA
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West Feliciana Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. As of the 2020 census, the population was 15,310. The parish seat is St. Francisville. The parish was established in 1824 and is part of the Baton Rouge metropolitan area.
History[edit | edit source]
West Feliciana Parish was created in 1824 when Feliciana Parish was divided into East and West. The name "Feliciana" is derived from the Spanish word for "happy land." The area has a rich history, including significant events during the American Civil War.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the parish has a total area of 426 square miles, of which 403 square miles is land and 23 square miles is water. The parish is bordered by the Mississippi River to the east.
Adjacent Parishes[edit | edit source]
- East Feliciana Parish (east)
- Pointe Coupee Parish (south)
- West Baton Rouge Parish (southwest)
- Wilkinson County, Mississippi (north)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 15,310 people, 5,000 households, and 3,500 families residing in the parish. The population density was 38 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the parish was 60% White, 35% African American, and 5% from other races.
Government and Politics[edit | edit source]
West Feliciana Parish is governed by a parish council and a parish president. The parish is part of Louisiana's 6th congressional district.
Education[edit | edit source]
The parish is served by the West Feliciana Parish School Board, which operates several schools, including West Feliciana High School.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of West Feliciana Parish is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, tourism, and the Louisiana State Penitentiary located in Angola.
Attractions[edit | edit source]
- Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site
- Audubon State Historic Site
- Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- John James Audubon, naturalist and painter, lived in the area while creating his famous "Birds of America" series.
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