Acadian Village Stutes Building

The Fernand Stutes Building is a replica of the once popular Fernand Stutes Grocery Bar and Barber Shop which once occupied the corners of Ridge Road and what is now Ambassador Caffery Parkway. Today, the 3000+ square feet building is used as a reception hall for the many weddings that take place at Acadian Village along with other private functions. All rooms combined (excluding the kitchen) can hold about 80 people seated with up to 150 capacity - perfect for intimate gatherings.

The entire project was built out of donations from the Lafayette, Louisiana community in 2001. Architects, contractors, carpenters, electricians, material vendors and others pledged services or products to recreate the legendary structure.

Fernand's establishment captured the essences of all the country bars of the past. Fernand was the quintessential Cajun, loved by generations of patrons. He was bar owner, grocer, barber, farmer and justice of the peace, operating all his endeavors from the rambling wood frame building that housed the colorful bar. He is an Acadiana legend and memories of his place of business are lovingly held by people from all walks of life.

This legend was a place where you could spend a Saturday afternoon drinking beer and shooting pool with your friends; get a haircut and buy the weekly provision of groceries, and marry your favorite girl by the barber and owner of the establishment - Fernand Stutes - a local politician and the essence of entrepreneurship.

For information on renting the Stutes Building, please visit the Policies Page. Click here for floor plan of building.