Chauvin is a tiny town in Terrebonne Parish that you may have never heard of. Home to about 3,000 people, the charming fishing town has one of the most unique roadside attractions in Louisiana: the Chauvin Sculpture Garden.

Nestled along the beautiful Bayou Petit Caillou, the Chauvin Sculpture Garden is an incredible art installation by local artist Kenny Hill.
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Hill moved onto the property in 1988 and originally lived in a tent until he was able to build himself a small cabin.
During this time, he began to build what would become this sculpture garden.
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Unfortunately, Hill was evicted in 2000 for failing to keep the grass on his property cut.
The space was eventually donated to Nicholls State University.
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They maintain the grounds and spruce up the sculptures with fresh coats of paint so that the garden can be enjoyed for many years to come.
You’ll be surrounded by hundreds of sculptures.
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Each one is more thought-provoking than the last.

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His subjects ranged from cowboys to kids, with many sculptures depicting a religious theme.
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He also put himself into several scenes, often torn between the good vs. evil them that plays so heavily throughout the garden.
The lighthouse, in particular, is quite the work of art.
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Made of 7,000 bricks and countless sculptures, the lighthouse is certainly the main event when you visit this quirky sculpture garden.
You could easily lose yourself marveling at all of the intricate details.
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All of the sculptures are so unique, and each one tells its own story.
The Chauvin Sculpture Garden is free to enter.
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It's open daily from dawn until dusk.

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Chauvin Sculpture Garden & Art, 5337 Bayouside Dr, Chauvin, LA 70344, USA