The festival of lights is the perfect place to take your
children during the holiday season. They are sure to enjoy the Christmas light,
the fake snowflakes, the horse carriage rides, and the opportunity to take
photos with Santa.
Of course, Natchitoches has a lot of fun to offer adults as
well. One of my favorite things about Natchitoches is the local shops and the
friendliness of the people. Visiting Kaffie Frederick General Merchantile store
is a must when visiting Natchitoches. This store is the oldest general mercantile
store and will make you feel as though you are stepping back in time for a moment.
In this store you can find hardware, housewares, cookware and kitchen supplies,
and classic toys just like in the good old days. Aside from this store, there are many gift
shops in Natchitoches and you are sure to find the perfect holiday gift at
these stores.
Another must see is the Fort Saint Jean Batiste State
Historic Site. Here you will be able to explore history as this is a replica of
the Fort Saint Jean Batiste Fort. On certain days this museum has live
reenactments and this proves to be a fun an educational experience for
children.
Another fun thing to do in Natchitoches is to tour the Steel
Magnolia House. This house is packed with history. This house has involvement in
the Civil War, was the filming site for the movie Steel Magnolias, and has
unique architecture.
If you and your family decide to visit Natchitoches I hope
you enjoy it as much as my family does, as I cannot wait until the next time we
visit.
