Constructed in St. Martinville, Louisiana, the Bernard House is the oldest structure in the Village. The section on the left was built first (circa 1800) while the section on the  right is an addition (circa 1840).

Upon entry into the addition, one will see a large painting of the exile of the Acadians from Nova Scotia (Canada) in 1755. The painting in the small rear room depicts their arrival and settling along the bayous of Louisiana in 1764-1765. These paintings were created by Louisiana artist Robert Dafford and were commissioned by one of the Acadian Village founders, Bob Lowe.

The oldest section of the home contains an exhibit on Cajun music and in this home is the best example of the type of insulation used within the homes. It is called bousillage entre poteaux (mud between posts).
   
 
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