About Us :

About 1803, the Englishman, William Donaldson, settled at New Orleans. In 1805, he bought land near Bayou Lafourche from the Acadian, Marguerite Allain, and planned an English town. In 1806, "Donaldson" was dedicated, but it was called "La Ville de Donaldson" by the largely French population.

Donaldsonville is the Seat for Ascension parish, and from 1830--1831, it was the Capital City of Louisiana. It is a city filled with friendly people, good food and lots of history. We are surrounded by Sugar Cane and petrochemical plants which are the main source of employment in our community. Every year we have The Juneteenth Celebration and Donaldsonville is the home of the Sunshine Festival. Our July 3rd Fireworks Display is breathtaking and this year it will be better than ever.

We have two wonderful museums located in our City's Historical District. The African American Museum, located on Charles Street, and the Historic Donaldsonville Museum, located on Veterans Boulevard. On railroad Avenue, there are antique shops, Bed and Breakfast Inns, Restaurants, our Chamber of Commerce and much more. While here please visit Rossie's store and see the great paintings of our home town artist, Alvin Batiste, whose paintings are sold around the country.

We have begun the development of our Industrial and Technology park and hope to attract business from around the country. Our new grouth has included a Super Wal Mart, Strip Mall, and much more to come. As we continue to grow we will stay committed to being a city of great history and wonderful hospitality. We also pray that your stay in our city will be safe and enjoyable, and you have a safe trip home.

Donaldsonville is known today as the "Gateway to Cajun and Plantation Country" because of its rich heritage and the numerous plantations along the Mississippi River and Bayou Lafourche. It is also home to Chef John Folse and his Four Star fine dining establishment Lafitte's Landing at Bittersweet Plantation.