The Acadian Village will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on the weekend of June 12 through 14, 2026. There will be a variety of events as part of the celebration weekend.
The weekend of celebration includes a full schedule of live music, demonstrations, genealogy seminars, and story telling. Come for ployes and chicken stew and visit the living history of our Franco American history. View the full schedule here.
In the summer of 2024, the exterior of the Reception Hall, which houses the dining area, kitchen and restrooms, was repainted. The painter spent many hours prepping and repairing the cedar shingle siding, and making sure any deteriorated trim was renovated.
Currently the major projects are the renovation of two homes, the Levasseur-Ouellette House (built in 1859) and the Sirois House (early 1900s). Both homes require extensive replacement of exterior trim and clapboard or cedar shingle siding. The job requires meticulous attention to detail to preserve the historical integrity of the houses. The estimated cost of the carpentry and painting for the two homes is between $40,000. and $50,000. The Village is owned by the nonprofit corporation the Heritage Vivant-Living Heritage. We do not have an endowment. We depend on donations to pay for our large projects.
The Acadian Village in Van Buren, Maine, is the largest Acadian Village in the United States outside of Louisiana. The Village commemorates the culture and heritage of the Acadians in seventeen buildings, four of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. The buildings depict traditional Acadian construction techniques and contain a variety of artifacts. The oldest building dates to the late 1700s. The Village is open to visitors every summer from mid-June to mid-September, seven days a week from noon to 5:00 pm.
Aroostook County hosts a variety of vibrant events throughout the year. From the world-renowned Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Race in winter to the lively Northern Maine Fair in summer, there's always something exciting happening. Other highlights include the Crown of Maine Balloon Fest, Potato Blossom Festival, and the Scandinavian Houlton Arts and Crafts Fair. These events celebrate the region's culture, heritage, and natural beauty, offering unforgettable experiences for locals and visitors alike.
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