Situated 55 miles away from Baton Rouge and less than 210 miles away from Houston, this territory in Lafayette Parish was named after General Lafayette (American Revolutionary hero). Founded in the 1820s, this city elevated less than 40 feet above sea level has active and prosperous mining, professional services, construction, health care, educational services, and accommodation industries supporting its economy. Birthplace of Anthony Clement, Domanick Davis, and Luke Lawton; this corner of Louisiana is attended by Lafayette Regional Airport and Freebird Field Ultralight Airport.