Alexandria
Alex city
General Information
Other Name: -, District: Louisiana, State: South, United States of America
Area: 69.9 km²
Languages Spoken: English
Long Distance Code: +1(318)
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Alexandria is a city in and the parish seat of Rapides Parish, Louisiana, United States.It lies on the south bank of the Red River in almost the exact geographic center of the state. The population was 46,342 at the 2000 census.The Alexandria Museum of Art was founded in 1977 and occupies the historic Rapides Bank Building on the banks of the Red River. The building was built circa 1898 and is listed on the National Historic Register. It opened to the public in March 1998.A popular attraction is the Alexandria Zoological Park.Frequently praised by American zookeeper Jack Hanna, the zoo features more than six hundred animals from throughout the planet as well as an award-winning exhibit on the Louisiana habitat.Alexandria sits in the middle of the Kisatchie National Forest. Ranger districts are north, northwest, west and southwest of the city. An abundance of large timberlands and forest nurseries, as well as lake and recreation areas, are within a short driving distance.Location
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Humid subtropical
This is the boyhood home of Arna Wendell Bontemps, an African-American author, poet, anthologist, and librarian. He is noted for fostering appraisal of his race and the black man''s place in American History. This museum contains an array of African-American memorabilia, pamphlets, books, and artifacts plus hosts several events throughout the year including a quiz bowl, a storytelling residency, and Jazz on the River. A gift shop is also on site. This home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Housed in the historic Rapides Bank Building that was built in 1898 and is listed on the National Historic Register, this museum is only one of four nationally accredited museums in Louisiana with features including a children''s gallery, a Louisiana gallery, and three galleries for touring exhibits. You''ll also find the state''s largest collection of North Louisiana folk art at this museum, as well as an extensive collection of contemporary Louisiana art.
Featuring over 500 animals native to Africa, Asia, Australia, South America and North America, including 20 endangered species, in exhibits resembling their natural habitats, this zoo encompasses over 30 shaded acres and also features the award-winning Louisiana Habitat Exhibit which highlights Louisiana wildlife, architecture, industry and culture. A variety of special events and educational programs are offered throughout the year.
The hottest tickets in town to live theatre, from drama to musicals, dance, from jazz to ballet, and music, from the blues to symphony.
Two day arts and crafts event that features \"old fashioned trading\" including swapping of antiques, arts, crafts, farm machinery, and animals.
A nonprofit educational theatre for children of all ages that presents well known turn-of-the century children''s classics and historical literature, nostalgic past and tried and true Broadway favorites, and much more with all stage productions being original adaptations with original classical music.
One of the oldest standing structures in the central Louisiana, this French Creole plantation house anchors a complex of authentic Antebellum buildings and contains numerous exhibits that depict Louisiana history and plantation life from 1795 to 1855. Tours are available.
A medium-sized public library serving Rapides Parish County in central Louisiana, this library provides information, cultural, educational, and recreational materials that include books, reference materials, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual media.
Restored in 1977, this Neo-Gothic structure boasts some of the most beautiful stained glass windows in the state. The rose windows in the apex of the transept is the largest in the state and the main altar is hand-carved walnut. Filled with highly symbolic pieces and given its rich history, a visit to this Cathedral offers a lesson in the history of the parish and community as well as the Catholic church and its teachings.
Standing for The Rapides Exploratory Education House (T.R.E.E. House), this wonderful museum is designed for children of all ages who will love learning and experimenting with math, science, and the world around them through hands-on, interactive exhibits.
Located on 60,276 acres this Wildlife Area is located just 20 miles east of Alexandria. Enjoy mixed hardwood bottomlands, hunting, fishing, boating and hiking.