Erath, LA
Music connected to Erath
About Erath
- • Musician Sammy Kershaw, known for his 90s country hits, hails from Erath.
- • The annual Erath 4th of July Celebration, a massive local festival, began here.
- • The arrival of the railroad spurred growth, connecting Erath to larger markets.
- • Legend says Jean Lafitte buried treasure near Erath, never recovered.
- • Hurricane Rita in 2005 caused widespread damage and displacement.
- • Named for Judge August Erath, it was incorporated in 1899.
- • With around 2,000 residents, it's smaller than nearby Abbeville.
- • It sits at only 10 feet above sea level, making it vulnerable to flooding.
- • Agriculture, particularly sugarcane farming, dominates the local economy.
- • A warm, welcoming atmosphere makes you feel like family.
- • The New Orleans Saints are the closest NFL team; 'Who Dat?' is a local mantra.
- • Erath High School's Bobcats have a fierce rivalry with Kaplan High School.
Artists From Erath
D. L. Menard
D.L. Menard