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With its rich agricultural region and proximity to Bayou Courtableau, the Town of Washington quickly became the 19th century’s largest steamboat port between New Orleans and St. Louis. Cotton, cattle, sugar and molasses were the primary exports of the day. This bustling trade was largely responsible for the wealth of antebellum plantation homes and Victorian architecture which give Washington its quaint character today. In fact, 80% of its buildings are of historic or architectural significance.
The old Steamboat Warehouse on Bayou Courtableau not only serves as a reminder of the town’s halcyon days, it’s also a renowned restaurant that attracts visitors from all over the country. Many of the brick commercial buildings that still dot Main Street maintain their 19th century ornamental store fronts, down to the blocker tie rings that secured horses.
From big to small to always down-to-earth, the Town of Washington has something for everyone.
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Tropical Storm Arthur FEMA Local Recovery efforts
7/14/2026
FEMA Local recovery efforts for Tropical Storm Arthur
FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Louisiana homeowners and business owners recovering from Tropical Storm Arthur on June 17-18th.
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2026 Flood Relief Effort
6/25/2026
Click Here to view Flood Relief Flyer
The Town of Washington is serving as a collection site for victims of the recent flood. Donations may be dropped at Town Hall during regular office hours. Please see the flyer for more information.
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Report 2026 flooding QR codes with parish
6/22/2026
Message from St. Landry Parish Government:
Three important links to use during this flooding emergency. NOTE: Please include photographs in any report made.
1. Report flooding on your street or at your home to Parish Government - stlandrypg.org/report
2....
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St. Landry Parish 06-18-26 Preparing for Potential Flooding Update
6/19/2026
Click here to see St. Landry Parish Government 06-18-2026 update for the Parish preparing for potential major flooding; residents urged to begin evacuation planning.
The Town of Washington and surrounding areas could be affected by flooding.
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Bulky Waste Pick Up
6/18/2025
Reminder to all St. Landry Parish Residents:
Bayou State does not handle bulky waste items in St. Landy Parish. If you have bulky waste that needs to be picked up - please call Morgan & Morgan Land Prep at 337-331-5375 to schedule pickup. ...
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