The City of Hessmer, LA
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The city of Hessmer is located in the state of Louisiana and has a population of 681 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Hessmer is Alexandria, approximately 21 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Hessmer, including Backdoor Lounge, San's Restaurant, M S & S Country Store, Country Store and Sammy's Truck-Auto Plaza. For a larger selection of Hessmer restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Hessmer Museums, Golf Courses, Zoos and/or Arenas, including the Alexandria Museum of Art, Tamahka Trails, Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site, Louisiana History Museum and Alexandria Zoological Park. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Hessmer please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 2 airports are located in or near Hessmer:
- Alexandria Esler Regional Airport (ESF)
- Alexandria Intl. Airport (AEX)
Hessmer, Louisiana Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Hessmer
In the month of December, Hessmer experiences an average high temperature of 61 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 41 degrees with an average rainfall of 6.11 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Hessmer with daytime temperatures averaging 91 degrees in the summer, and 61 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Hessmer to receive an average of 5.82 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 3.95 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 107 degrees in the summer and as low as 8 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Hessmer should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 78 degrees, and nighttime lows of 56.
Hessmer, Louisiana Attractions
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Alexandria Museum of Art - Alexandria, The Alexandria Museum of Art of Alexandria, central Louisiana in the US was founded in 1977. It subsequently was expanded and reopened to the public in 1998. The Museum is best known for its extensive permanent collection of contemporary Louisiana art and houses the state's largest collection of North Louisiana Folk Art.
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Alexandria Zoological Park - Alexandria, The Alexandria Zoological Park is a 33-acre zoo that is situated in Alexandria, Louisiana. First opened to the public in 1926, it is owned by the City of Alexandria and operated by the Division of Public Works. It is home to about 500 animals.
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Kent Plantation House - Alexandria, Kent Plantation House is central Louisiana's oldest standing structure and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and describes plantation life between 1795 and 1855. Dating to 1800, the bousillage Creole house and restored period outbuildings now welcome tourists.
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Louisiana History Museum - Alexandria, The Louisiana History Museum is a museum that is situated in the historic downtown portion of Alexandria, Louisiana in the US, near the Red River. It showcases the social evolution of all of Louisiana, but centers on the history of Central Louisiana, Rapides Parish, and Alexandria, . Major exhibit areas deal with Native Americans, Louisiana geography, politics, health care, farming, and the impact of war.
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Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site - Marksville, Marksville Prehistoric Indian Site, which is also referred to as Marksville State Historic Site, is a Hopewell tradition earthworks archaeological site in Louisiana, one mile southeast of Marksville in Avoyelles Parish.
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Oakwing Golf Club - Alexandria, The Oakwing Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Rapides County Louisiana. Built in 2002, this Alexandria course designed by Jim Lipe is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 318-561-0260. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: 2345 Vandenburg Dr, Alexandria, LA 71303
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Rapides Parish Coliseum - Alexandria, The Rapides Parish Coliseum can seat about 6,500 people in the 65,000-square-foot building. Additional space is in the smaller Exhibition Hall, also on the property. Built in 1965, the dome-topped Coliseum has hosted thousands of events, including music concerts, "monster" truck shows, professional wrestling, trade shows and sporting events.
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Tamahka Trails - Marksville, The Tamahka Trails is an 18 hole resort golf course in Avoyelles County Louisiana. Built in 2000, this Marksville course designed by Steve Smyers is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 800-946-1946. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt required.
Address: 222 Slim Lemoine Rd, Marksville, LA 71351
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Hessmer, Louisiana Hotels
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Hessmer, Louisiana Restaurants
This is a list of Hessmer Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Chicken Restaurants, Fast Foods & Carry Out, Chinese Restaurants and Pizza Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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