Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller and, first lady Donna Miller.

Tangipahoa Parish Convention & Visitor Bureau Chairman. - Dr. Leslie Mabry

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AMC palace theatre sunshine studio arts AMC Palace Theatre in Hammond enhances the movie ex- Housed in a cottage in downtown Ponchatoula, Sunshine Studios will inspire and bring out the creative side of children of all ages. perience like never before. With Prime at AMC, you can view Young visitors can attend class discussion and story times in the the latest blockbusters through enhanced speakers and cheerful play room, read books in the library/lounge, or craft their special effects, while relaxing in luxurious reclining seats. own unique creations in the sewing room.

801 C. M. Fagan Dr. 234 S.E. Railroad Ave. Hammond, LA 70403 Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985.429.8858 985.373.0468 www.amctheatres.com www.bigredbarn4kids.com

The Art Station Columbia Theatre for the performing arts

The Art Station in Ponchatoula allows local artists to con- The Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts presents an nect, explore, and build their crafts. You can work on your assortment of dance, theatrical events, and contemporary projects with instruction, share your work with family and concerts year-round. Located in downtown Hammond, the friends, and keep up with the latest topics and trends of historic Columbia Theatre is also the premier facility for the art world. performing arts in the region.

146 W. Oak St. 220 E. Thomas St. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 Hammond, LA 70401 985.386.8815 985.543.4366 www.theartstationllc.com www.columbiatheatre.org

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Hammond Regional Arts Center Global Wildlife center

The Hammond Regional Arts Center is home to local visual, Embark on a wild interactive adventure at the Global Wild- literary, and performing artists in Tangipahoa Parish. Their life Center. You and your family can get up close and per- goal is to enrich the citizens and visitors of Tangipahoa sonal with animals such as giraffes, zebras, red kangaroos, Parish with events, exhibitions and performances through- camels, bison, and llamas. out the year. 26389 Hwy 40 217 E. Thomas St. Folsom, LA 70437 Hammond, LA 70401 985.796.3585 985.542.7113 www.globalwildlife.com www.hammondarts.org

Painting with a Twist Hammond square From restaurants to favorite retailers, Hammond Square Painting with a Twist is not your average art class! Choose Mall is the ideal destination to shop, eat, and have fun. from over 7,000 painting concepts, receive instruction from Browse through stores such as JC Penney, Academy Sports talented local artists, and don’t forget to bring your favorite + Outdoors, and Books-A-Million, grab lunch at restau- bottle of wine. rants such as Olive Garden and Santa Fe Steakhouse, and finish the day with a movie at AMC Palace Theatre.

204 E. Thomas St. I-12 & US-51 Business Hammond, LA 70401 411 Palace Dr. 985.345.3747 Hammond, LA 70403 www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/hammond 800.838.2379 www.hammond-square.com

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Hammond america sportsplex Hammond America Sportsplex is one of the top training facilities in Louisiana for athletes of all sports. From baseball to soccer to cheerleading, Hammond America Sportsplex is helping athletes take their game to the next level. 46177 N. Morrison Blvd. Hammond, LA 70401 985.956.7770 Ponchatoula - America’s Antique City www.jasportsplex.com America’s Antique City in Ponchatoula is the perfect destination for antique lovers. The main street offers accessibility to collectibles from country to Victorian, as well as glassware, furniture, and so much more.

Downtown Ponchatoula 985.386.2536 www.ponchatoulachamber.com

Klieberts & son’s alligator tours With over 300 alligators ranging from 9 to 18 feet and over 47,000 turtles, the Kliebert’s Alligator and Turtle Farm will certainly give you a feel for the swamp. You and a group of brave companions can embark on inside and outside tours and visit these interesting reptiles as they nest, sunbathe, and relax in their natural habitats. 40511 W. I-55 Service Rd. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985.345.3617 www.kliebertgatortours.com

Ponchatoula - country market

This historic train depot is loaded with history and treasures to explore in Ponchatoula. Meet “Old Hardhide” the ALLIGATOR city Mascot, view crafters gallery and don’t forget to take a peek at the Liuzza Land restored Illinois Central Railway Baggage Mail Car. In the rear of the car, you’ll find Grace & Paul children’s boutique. Visitors can board the covered wagon to learn about harvesting, pick their own strawberries and pumpkins, travel back in time and visit the Pioneer Town, and slide and jump on the gigantic Jumping 10 East Pine St. Pillow and Hill Slide. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985-386-9580 56186 Holden Cir. Amite, LA 70422 www.ponchatoulacountrymarket.org 985.284.0722 www.liuzzaland.com

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The Party Barn Rise haunted house The Party Barn is the geaux to place for family fun! At the One of Louisiana’s scariest Dark Attractions is just minutes from Party Barn you can enjoy everything from classic arcade Downtown Hammond, 45 Minutes from Baton Rouge and 40 minutes from the New Orleans Metro area. RISE Haunted House games, to cutting edge escape rooms or you can try your features three world-class attractions that will scare and entertain hand at one of our outdoor sport activities which include you...guaranteed. miniature and batting cages. 10342 Hwy 442 15587 W. Club Deluxe Rd. Tickfaw, LA 70466 Hammond, LA 70403 985.277.9666 985.687.3899 www.risehauntedhouse.com www.thepartybarn.blog

ponchatoula roller rink Safari Quest It’s always a dance party at Ponchatoula Roller Rink! Glide across Take a walk on the wild side all under one roof at the Safari Quest the skating floor to the latest music or gather with friends to eat in Hammond. You can compete against friends in laser tag, tackle pizza and other tasty snacks. the ropes course, climb the coconut climbing trees and play games in the arcade, all at affordable prices.

22024 LA-22 200 Hewitt Rd., Ste. A Ponchatoula, LA 70454 Hammond, LA 70403 985.370.2560 985.340.5858 www.ponchatoularollerrink.com www.lasertaghammond.com

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Hammond Farmers Market Every Saturday morning, the Hammond Farmers Market provides fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. You can also purchase unique art and crafts from talented local artists and connect with fellow members of the community.

Tangi Lanes #2 W. Thomas (in the alley by the railroad tracks) Hammond, LA 70401 Compete against your friends on the bowling lanes, explore 985.277.5680 ext.2 the arcade and test your skills in billiards at Tangi Lanes! www.dddhammond.com The recreation center also provides tasty foods such as pizza, wings, Cajun fries, corn nuggets, chili cheese nachos, and more. 1612 W. Thomas St. Hammond, LA 70401 985.345.2653 www.tangilanes.com

loranger Farmers Market Loranger Farmers Market has fantastic vendors, delicious food, kids korner & more!! Fun, friendly, family oriented atmosphere.

19404 Hiatt St Loranger, LA 70446

Tangipahoa Parish Library The Tangipahoa Parish Library was founded in 1944 and ponchatoula Farmers Market has grown to six branches located in Amite, Hammond, Ponchatoula Farmers Market services the community by pro- Ponchatoula, Kentwood, Independence, and Loranger. The viding farm-fresh produce, culinary delights and handmade Administration office and Genealogy Department are lo- artisanal crafts. Talented local artists are also present to ser- cated at the Amite Branch. enade visitors while they shop.

204 N.E. Central Ave. 10 E. Pine St. Amite City, LA 70422 Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985.748.7559 985.386.9580 www.tangilibrary.com

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collinswood school Museum Gain insight about the history of Ponchatoula and the sur- rounding area at the Collinswood School Museum. Located in the Strawberry Capital of the World, the museum offers free admission, a sunny outdoor garden, antique quilts and furnishings, early household and Native-American artifacts, a pictorial and recorded history of the Louisiana cypress industry, and more. 100 E Pine St. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985.386.2221 www.ponchatoula.com/museum.html

camp moore museum & cemetery The site of the largest Confederate training camp in Loui- independence italian cultural Museum siana, Camp Moore is committed to telling the story of The Independence Italian Cultural Museum embodies the Louisiana’s role in the Civil War. Its museum displays per- uniqueness of the Sicilian Italian culture. It preserves the sonal artifacts of the common soldier, and the campsite language, the music, and other cultural aspects of the re- hosts an annual Reenactment and Living History event gion by displaying religious art pieces, antiques, and vin- with infantry, artillery, and cavalry. tage photographs. 70640 Camp Moore Rd. 524 Pine St. Kentwood, LA 70444 Independence, LA 70433 985.229.2438 985.878.3773 www.campmoorela.com www.indymuseum.org

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kentwood historical and cultural arts Museum louisiana treasures museum Located in the hometown of Britney Spears, the Kentwood The Louisiana Treasures Museum’s mission is to educate Historical and Cultural Arts Museum includes a special ex- today’s youth by providing access to treasures of the Lake hibit dedicated to the superstar, recreating her bedroom Pontchartrain area, including Native American fishing and including a life size scale replica of her “Dream within a hooks and cooking stones, whiskey bottles from the early Dream” tour. Visitors can also visit the historical portion of 1800s, and items from the Civil War. The museum also in- the museum, which honors WWII veterans with battleship cludes a Law Enforcement Memorial Center dedicated to and machine gun displays. Louisiana police officers who were killed in the line of duty. 10290 Hwy 22 W. 204 Ave. E. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 Kentwood, LA 70444 225.294.8352 985.229.4656 www.louisianatreasuresmuseum.com

louisiana children’s discovery center Tangipahoa African American With over a dozen educational and interactional exhibits to HeritagE Museum & veterans archives explore, the Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center makes Learn about African-American ancestry in Tangipahoa - learning fun for toddlers and children. Young visitors can ish and the state of Louisiana. This museum tells the story create humongous bubbles at the Bubble Station, manage of the African-American influence on entertainment, medi- their very own shrimp boats at the Waterfront, and build cine, technology, the Civil Rights Movement, politics, and colossal skyscrapers at the Block Buster, among many other sports through unique displays and life-sized murals. fun activities. 113 N. Cypress 1600 Phoenix Square Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70403 985.340.9150 985.542.4259 www.lcdcofhammond.org www.taahm.org

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AutoGyro of Louisiana covey rise Embark on a breathtaking flight through the blue sky with Covey Rise provides a traditional Southern, relaxing, full- AutoGyro of Louisiana. This aircraft and reseller facility service hunting experience. From customized on-property gives you the chance to fly a gyrocopter and receive hunts, to shooting facilities for skeet, 5 stand and sporting lessons at an affordable price. clays, Covey Rise creates a one-of-a-kind event for outdoor sportsmen of all ages.

600 Judge Leon Ford Dr. 24009 Singing Waterfall Rd. Hammond, LA 70401 Husser, LA 70422 225.503.5168 985.747.0310 www.autogyrooflouisiana.com www.coveyriselodge.com

Chappapeela Sports Park Florida Parishes Arena Chappapeela Sports Park offers dozens of recreational ac- The Florida Parishes Arena is a multi-purpose facility that tivities and a comfortable family environment. The facility hosts dozens of events in Tangipahoa Parish. The venue boasts over twenty soccer fields, twelve softball and base- presents annual events such as Vintage Market Days, and ball fields, and two regulation football fields, as well as a agriculture-related activities, rodeos, and much more. splash pad and a 1.5-mile walking trail accessible from dawn until dusk.

19325 Hipark Blvd. 1301 NW Central Ave. Hammond, LA 70403 Amite, LA 70422 985.543.6767 985.748.5914 www.playcsp.com www.fparena.com

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ponchatoula area recreation district Hammond dreamland SkatePark Ponchatoula Area Recreation District is a 90-acre tract that offers a variety of recreational activities for people of all Hammond Dreamland Skatepark is the perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. The park provides a ton ages to enjoy. You can participate in catch-and-release fish- of space and shade to skate, bike, and participate in other ing at the pond, play football or baseball on the field, or fun, recreational activities. take a relaxing stroll through the indigenous live oak and pine tree landscape. 601 W. Coleman Ave. Hammond, LA 70403 19030 Ponchatoula Parks Dr. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985.370.7273 www.pard1.com

Louisiana Quilt Trail river road go-kart

As the first Quilt Trail in the state, the Louisiana Quilt Trail is Fuel your adrenaline and put some pedal to the metal at the an artistic exhibition that showcases quilt blocks outdoors River Road Go-Kart. You can race against nine other racers on homes, businesses, sheds, fences, and barns. It spans in 9hp Dino karts or 5hp single or double karts, and enter a across five parishes around New Orleans and Baton Rouge competitive league tournament. and is designed to strengthen community pride.

146 W. Oak St. 47329 River Rd. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 Hammond, LA 70401 985.386.8815 985.351.4576 www.louisianaquilttrail.com www.rrgokart.com

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southeastern louisiana university athletics tower trax atv recreation park Southeastern Lions strive in the classroom and on the field. Hop on a dirt bike and ride off into the sunset at the Tower These student-athletes participate in 15 NCAA athletic pro- Trax ATV Recreation Park in Fluker! This sports recreation grams – seven men’s and eight women’s sports. The Lions venue allows you to ride across muddy trails, spend a cou- are members of the Southland Conference. For women, ple nights in a cabin, park your RV on site, or embark on a Southeastern sponsors basketball, cross country, indoor camping trip. and outdoor track and field, soccer, softball, tennis and vol- 10247 Hwy. 10 leyball. Men’s athletics include football, basketball, baseball, Fluker, LA 70436 golf, cross country, and indoor and outdoor track and field. 985.969.0114 Dugas Center for Southeastern Athletics www.towertraxatv.com 800 Galloway Dr. Hammond, LA 70402 985.549.2253 www.lionsports.net

uss ponchatoula memorial The Memorial is dedicated to the officers and men who served aboard the USS Ponchatoula from its commission- ing in 1956 to its retirement in 1992. The Ponchatoula was a fleet oiler built to provide underway replenishment of fuel Saint helena catholic church and cargo to US Navy ships at sea. During the War, “The Ponch” was awarded 12 campaign stars and set re- St. Helena offers Tours & Retreats of our beautiful Campus. cords for refueling US Seventh Fleet and allied warships in St. Helena also has facilities for special events such as: support of combat operations. The Memorial is a 117 scale Meeting/ Conference Rooms, Hall Facilities and Atrium. replica of the ship’s stern and contains artifacts recovered when it was scrapped in 2014.

122 South 1st Street 100 E. Pine Street Amite, LA 70422 Ponchatoula, LA 70454 985.748.9057 (800) 542-7520 www.sthelenachurch.net www.ussponchatoula.com 22 tangitourism.com tangitourism.com 23 things to do Hotels & Lodging outdoor activities 1. Colonial Inn 2. Comfort Inn 3. Covey Rise 4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites 5 5. The White Magnolia

Bed & Breakfast 1. Bienvenue Mon Ami 2. Blythewood Plantation

Campgrounds 1. Indian Creek Campground cam2 2. Sweetwater RV Ranch CAM2 Golf Club is a 18-hole championship that 3. Tower Trax offers a unique challenge to both the expert and novice golfer. If you are a player with a love for the game, CAM2 Golf Club is your destination. Nestled in the high pines and oaks of Roseland, Louisiana, this is a beautiful get away for a round or two. Call (985) 748-9760 to book a time today!

17233 Country Club Rd. Roseland, LA 70456 985.748.9760 [email protected]

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3 oak knoll country club Proud partner of the Audubon Golf Trail

Oak Knoll Country Club is a hidden gem in the North- shore golf community. This facility has history and charm. Nestled among some of Hammond’s most beautiful oaks, the course offers beautiful scenery and atmosphere. Oak Knoll Country Club also offers golf lessons, children’s clinics, competitive tournaments, and a place where you can host events and outings.

45246 Country Club Rd. Hammond, LA 70401 985.345.2387 www.oakknollcountryclub.com 24 tangitourism.com 25 Hotels Campgrounds 1. Microtel Inn & Suites 10. Hampton Inn 16. The Western Inn 1. Calloway RV & Campground 2. Calloway Inn & Suites 11. Holiday Inn 17. Villa Moderne Motel 2. Hidden Oaks Family Campground 3. Surestay Plus Hotel 12. La Quinta Inn & Suites 18. Econo Lodge/ 3. Punkin Lakeside RV Park 4. Colonial Inn 13. Quality Inn Suburban Extended Stay 4. Reunion Lake RV Resort 5. Comfort Inn 14. Red Roof Plus 19. 190 Motel 5. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park 6. Courtyard by Marriott 15. Super 8 20. Baymont Inn & Suites 6. Fireside RV Resort 7. Days Inn bed & breakfasts 8. Friendly Inn Bed & Breakfast 9. Hammond Motel 1. Hughes House accommodations key 2. Historic Michabelle Inn

Bienvenue Mon Ami 20181 East Bell Rd. Amite, LA 70422 (985) 634-7786 14 www.MonAmiBnB.com EXIT 46 ( hot tub only)

Blythewood Plantation 400 Daniel St. Amite, LA 70422 13 (985) 748-5886 [email protected] EXIT 46 www.blythewood-plantation.com 20

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Historic Michabelle Inn 1106 S. Holly St. Hammond, LA 70403 (985) 419-0550 www.michabelle.com EXIT 40 ( hot tub only)

Hughes House 300 N. Holly St. Hammond, LA 70401 (985) 542-0148 www.hughesBB.com EXIT 40

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Punkin Lakeside RV Park 43037 N. Billville Rd. Hammond, LA 70403 (225) 567-3418 campgrounds EXIT 35

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Reunion Lake RV Resort 43234 Hwy. 445 Ponchatoula, LA 70454 (985) 520-6600 www.reunionlakerv.com EXIT 47

Sweetwater RV Ranch Calloway RV & Campground 57056 N. Cooper Rd. 14154 W. Club Deluxe Rd. Loranger, LA 70446 EXIT 46 Hammond, LA 70403 (985) 878-6868 (985) 542-8094 EXIT 28 www.sweetwater-campground.com www.callowayrvparkoflouisiana.com

Tower Trax ATV Recreation Park Fireside RV Resort 10247 Hwy. 10 42053 LA-445 Fluker, LA 70436 Ponchatoula, LA 70454 (985) 969-0114 EXIT 47 985-277-1059 www.towertraxatv.com EXIT 53 www.firesidervresort.com

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Hidden Oaks Campground 46049 Hwy. 445 21544 Hwy. 190 E. Robert, LA 70455 Hammond, LA 70401 EXIT 47 (985) 542-1507 (985) 345-9244 www.jellystonela.com EXIT 47 www.hiddenoaksfamilycampground.com

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Calloway Inn & Suites 2010 S. Morrison Blvd. Hammond, LA 70403 (985) 542-9425 EXIT 28 www.callowayinn.com

Colonial Inn 200 Seale Dr. Hammond, LA 70403 EXIT 40 (985) 345-2953 Ponchatoula www.colonialinnhammond.com Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham 727 W. Pine St. Ponchatoula, LA 70454 (985) 386-8866 Comfort Inn www.microtelinn.com EXIT 26 110 Westin Oak Dr. Hammond, LA 70403 (985) 429-0120 EXIT 31 www.comfortinn.com

Hammond Baymont Inn & Suites Courtyard by Marriott 42309 S. Morrison Blvd. 1605 S. Magnolia St. Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70403 (985) 662-5182 1EXIT10 We s28tin Oak , Hammond, LA, US, 70403 EXIT 40 Phone: (985) 429-0120 Fax: (985) 429-0015 (985) 956-7730 www.wyndhamhotels.com Bus Parking Guest Use Fax Machine www.marriott.com/HDCCY

Elevator Guest Laundry Hi-Speed Web Access Exercise Room Indoor Heated Pool Free Coffee Interior Corridors Free Continental Breakfast Meeting Room Free Newspaper Mon-Fri No Pets Allowed Government Travelers: Outdoor Parking FEMA Approved Phone for Hearing Impaired Guest Use Copy Machine 2032 tangitourism.com Truck Parking tangitourism.com 3321

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Days Inn La Quinta Inn & Suites 2150 S.W. Railroad Ave. 42126 Veterans Ave. Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70403 EXIT 40 (985) 419-1000 (985) 345-4742 EXIT 40 www.daysinn.com www.lq.com

Econo Lodge/ Quality Inn Suburban Extended Stay Hotel 2001 S.W. Railroad Ave. 408 Westin Oaks Dr. Hammond, LA 70403 EXIT 40 Hammond, LA 70403 EXIT 31 (985) 345-1900 (985) 345-8585 -Econo Lodge www.choicehotels.com (985) 956-7732 -Suburban Extended Stay

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Friendly Inn Red Roof Plus 43076 S. Airport Rd. 46053 N. Puma Dr. Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70401 (985) 542-9939 EXIT 42 (985) 345-0003 EXIT 32 www.redroof.com

Super 8 Hammond Motel 200 Westin Oak Dr. 1909 W. Thomas St. Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70401 EXIT 31 EXIT 31 (985) 429-8088 (985) 345-5730 www.super8.com

Surestay Plus Hotel by Best Western Hampton Inn 107 Duo Dr. 401 Westin Oaks Dr. 200 Westin Oak Dr. I-55 and Hwy 190 Phone: 985-429-8088 Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70403-3436 US Fax: 985-429-1889 (985) 419-2001 EXIT 31 - Alarm Clock Radio (985) 419-2188 - Children 17 and under FREE With Parent www.bestwestern.com EXIT 40 www.Hammond.HamptonInn.com - Expanded Cable Television featuring HBO, ESPN & Fox News - Free High Speed Internet - Free Local Telephone Calls - Free Parking - Free SuperStart Breakfast - Hairdryer - Micro-Fridge - Outdoor Swimming Pool - RV or Truck Parking Holiday Inn The Western Inn 1819 S.W. Railroad Ave. 14175 Highway 190 W. Hammond, LA 70403 Hammond, LA 70401 EXIT 40 (985) 662-3877 (985) 542-8555 EXIT 31 www.holidayinn.com/hammondla

34 tangitourism.com tangitourism.com 35 accommodations hotels Villa Moderne Motel 230 N. Morrison Blvd. Hammond, LA 70401 (985) 542-6044 EXIT 31

190 Motel 3605 Hwy. 190 Hammond, LA 70401 EXIT 31 (985) 345-3582

amite Colonial Inn 11255 Hwy. 16 Amite, LA 70422 EXIT 46 (985) 748-3202

Comfort Inn 1117 W. Oak St. Amite, LA 70422 EXIT 46 (985) 748-5550 www.comfortinn.com

Holiday Inn Express & Suites 60043 Westway Dr. Amite, LA 70422 (985) 747-0400 www.hiexpress.com EXIT 46

lodging Covey Rise 24009 Singing Waterfall Rd. Husser, LA 70442 (985) 747-0310 EXIT 36 www.coveyriselodge.com

The White Magnolia 75912 Hwy. 1053 Kentwood, LA 70444 (225) 247-4215 EXIT 61 www.thewhitemagnolia.net

36 tangitourism.com tangitourism.com 37 Gnarly Barley Gnarly Barley Brewing is more than a place to grab a locally brewed beer. Patrons can also attend exciting events with live entertainment and delicious food, shop apparel and glassware and other items in the Gift Shop, and take a tour around the brewery to learn how Gnarly beer is created.

1709 Corbin Road Monday - Thursday Hammond, LA 70403 12-7pm 985.318.0RAD(0723) Friday - Saturday www.gnarlybeer.com 12-9pm /gnarlybeer Sunday Closed

low Road Brewing Located in Hammond, Low Road Brewing features its own unique brews, along with 10 taps and 20 guest taps. The friendly environment and refreshing beverages of Low Road make for a relaxing evening outing.

1110 C.M. Fagan Drive Monday-Tuesday closed Hammond, LA 70403 Wednesday-Friday 4-9pm /Lowroadbrewing/ Saturday 12-9pm Sunday 12-5pm

38 tangitourism.com tangitourism.com 39 Best Appetizer Best BBQ Winner Winner Cate Street Seafood Station Bar-B-Que Station Award Dining - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. WinINning T A N G I P A H O A P A R I S H Best Buffet Best Catfish Winner Winner White’s Seafood Middendorf’s - Loranger , LA. - Akers, LA. Best Seafood Best Gumbo Winner Winner B & J Seafood Don’s Seafood - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA.

Best Boiled Crawfish Best Chinese Food Winner Winner Michael’s Seafood Lotus - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. Best Italian Food Best Mexican Restaurant Winner Winner Commodore’s Pizza Tacos & Beer - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA.

Best Hamburger Best Pizza Winner Winner Our Mom’s Restaurant Commodore’s Pizza - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. Best Breakfast Best Sandwich Winner Winner Yellow Bird Cafe Our Mom’s Restaurant & Bar - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. Best Steakhouse Best Wings Winner Winner The SteaKhouse Coop DeVille - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. Best Japanese Food/Sushi Best Fine Dining Restaurant Winner Winner Cate Street Seafood Station one thirteen restaurant - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. Best Romantic Restaurant Best New Restaurant Winner Winner Jacmel Inn one thirteen restaurant - Hammond, LA. - Hammond, LA. LIST PROVIDED BY DAILY STAR

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february Kentwood Mardi Gras Parade & Carnival Swamp Pop Music Festival Kentwood, LA 70444 Hidden Oaks Family Campground, 21544 Hwy 190 E, www.discoverkentwood.com Hammond, LA 70401 www.hiddenoaksfamilycampground.com march Antique Trade Days Arts & Crafts Fair september Historic Downtown Ponchatoula Brews Art Festival SE Railroad Ave., Ponchatoula, LA 70454 Hammond Regional Art Center, www.ponchatoulachamber.com 217 E Thomas St., Hammond, LA 70401 Independence Sicilian Heritage Festival www.hammondarts.org 307 E. Railroad Ave. Independence, LA 70443 www.indysiclianfest.com october Vintage Market Days of Southeast Louisiana Tangipahoa Parish Fair Florida Parishes Arena, 1301 NW Central Ave., Amite, LA 70422 Tangipahoa Parish Fairgrounds, www.vintagemarketdays.com/market/se-louisiana/ 400 Reid Ave., Amite, LA 70422 www.tangipahoaparishfair.org Amite Oyster Festival Vintage Market Days of Southeast Louisiana W. Oak St.Amite, LA 70422 Florida Parishes Arena, 1301 NW Central Ave., www.amiteoysterfestival.com Amite, LA 70422 www.vintagemarketdays.com/market/se-louisiana/ Hammond Smokin’BBQ Challenge Downtown Hammond, LA www.hammondbbq.com november Antique Trade Days Arts & Crafts Fair april Downtown Commuter Parking Lot, SE Railroad Ave., Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Ponchatoula, LA 70454 301 N 6th St., Ponchatoula, LA 70454 www.ponchatoulachamber.com www.lastrawberryfestival.com Fall Swamp Pop Music Festival Hidden Oaks Family Campground, 21544 Hwy 190 E, The Italian Festival Hammond, LA 70401 50081 Hwy. 51, Tickfaw, LA 70466 www.hiddenoaksfamilycampground.com www.theitalianfestivalorg.com Louisiana Renaissance Festival Pirates of the Pontchartrain 46468 River Rd., Hammond, LA 70401 46468 River Rd., Hammond, LA 70401 www.larf.org www.lapop.net may december Louisiana Renaissance Festival Riff Ridgel Crawfish-Cookoff 46468 River Rd. Hammond, LA 70401 Tickfaw Festival Grounds www.larf.org 50081 Highway 51 Tickfaw, LA 70466 www.riffridgelcrawfishcookoff.com ***Events are correct at the time of publication. However, dates and times may change. Please visit tangitourism.com for current updates

42 tangitourism.com tangitourism.com 43 44 tangitourism.com tangitourism.com 45 Tangipahoa Parish Did you know? • Tangipahoa Parish has • Tangipahoa Parish was 32 sites listed in the founded in 1869 Tangipahoa National Register of Parish has a total of 823 Historical Places. square miles.

• Collis Temple from • Pop singer Kentwood, LA., Britney Spears was the first African was raised in American to play varsity Kentwood, LA. basketball at LSU.

• DeVonta Smith, from • Our 56th Amite, LA. Louisiana Govenor, wins the John Bel Edwards Heisman was born and Trophy. raised in Amite, LA.

• MLB Pitcher Wade Miley grew up in • Fashion Loranger, LA. designer Billy Reid grew up in Amite, LA.

• Bruce Mitchell, star of •Tangipahoa Parish History Channel’s Swamp is home to over 3,000 People lives in animals at Global Hammond, LA. Wildlife in Folsom, Louisiana. • Robin Roberts played basketball at SLU and graduated in • Irma Thomas 1983 in was born in communications. Ponchatoula, LA.

• Tangipahoa Parish is home to Southeastern Louisiana University. Lion Up! • Manchac has become a • One of Tangipahoa’s oldest popular filming location restaurants is Middendorf’s. because of its immense They have been serving their natural beauty. world famous catfish for over 80+ years!

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