The early 1900s Pennington home on Second Street and the old jail on US 190 are among the must-see sites for the Jeff Davis Parish visitor. Tours must be scheduled in advance. The mural depicts five different glimpses into the history of Jennings. Free to the public. 341 North Main St., Jennings, LA 70546.
Friendly staff offers visitor information on the surrounding area as well as the entire state.
Next door to the Chateau des Cocodries. It preserves one of the major wintering grounds for waterfowl in the United States. Peak populations reach over 300,000 ducks and 80,000 geese. Also inhabiting the refuge are armadillos, swamp rabbits, fox squirrels, nutria, mink, otters, raccoons, coyotes, white-tailed deer and a large population of the American alligator. Hunting and fishing are permitted at designated times on the 34,878-acre site.