Located in the Sportsman's Paradise Cultural Region of Louisiana, Caldwell Parish was founded in 1838 as a steamboat community for cotton and timber. With the Ouachita River flowing through, the area is full of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, locally-owned businesses, and community pride.
A southern, home-town feel with a bustling community - that's the pride of Caldwell Parish! From a relaxed, afternoon ride down the Ouachita River to an ornate dinner production at the Schepis Museum, there's enough charm to entice any visitor.
As a small business owner on Main Street and president of the Caldwell Parish Chamber of Commerce, I see firsthand how important it is to invest in business growth to create a community where families, visitors, and future businesses can thrive.
- Shelbi Rollins -
President of Caldwell Parish Chamber of Commerce
Join us for these events
Hometown Halloween
Celebrate Hometown Halloween in downtown Columbia on October 25 from 6–8 p.m.! Bring the family for trick-or-treating, creatively decorated trunks, and delicious treats from food trucks. Wear your favorite costume…
Kayak Paddle & 2026 Bioblitz
Enjoy a day of outdoor discovery with a 5.5-mile kayak paddle from the Columbia Riverfront Dock to the Charles Allen Nature Preserve and join in on a fun day of…
Holly Jolly Market
Sip, Shop & Stroll at the Holly Jolly Market! Join us Saturday, November 14, from 6–8:30 p.m. for Columbia Main Street’s popular holiday night market filled with festive shopping, local…
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