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Plaquemine, Louisiana: Chicken Yard of Plaquemine

Two vacant houses share a fenced-in yard where chickens are allowed to roam. Gives new meaning to the term free-range. A popular spot for locals who stop by to feed the chickens.

Address:
23085 Short St., Plaquemine, LA
Directions:
From Hwy 1 turn east at the stoplight (Chevy dealership) onto Laville St. Drive two blocks to the stop sign. Turn left onto Short St. You'll see the chicken yard ahead, on the right. Private property - visible from street.
Admission:
Free.
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Benevolent Skull of the Chicken Yard.

Chicken Yard of Plaquemine

Don't expect chickens when its raining! Or... maybe this finding holds a clue as to where the chickens actually are.

[Sarah, 07/07/2021]

Chickens.

Percy's Chickens

The owner of two vacant houses on Short Street has a deal with a neighbor to allow his chickens to run free in the fenced-in yard so that he does not have to cut the grass. The site is very popular with locals stopping by to feed the chickens.

[Jon, 11/17/2012]

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