Local revitalization
and numerous outdoor activities led USA Today Travel to crown Ruston one of the most
charming small towns in the South. Author Carri Wilbanks uses the beautiful photography of Tim Mueller as a showcase to share some of the highlights of Ruston's charm.
Best known as the home of Louisiana Tech University ...
Ruston, La., is an eclectic mix of hip, artsy
districts as well as a large historic downtown.
Nestled in the north-central region of Louisiana,
this college town of
approximately 20,000 has also been
featured in "Where to Retire"
magazine for its outdoor
offerings, quality of life and reasonable cost
of living.
Some of the features, which draw both
students and families alike,
include bass fishing,
camping and biking in Lincoln Parish Park.
The Dixie Center for the Arts – a 600 seat
vintage movie theater with a legacy as
big as its large marquee - is also a big draw.
As is the Squire Creek
Louisiana Peach Festival each June.
Here is what's being said locally!
“Ruston and Lincoln Parish have so much to offer visitors in the way of outdoor parks and recreation, live sports and entertainment, and arts and theatre. Most importantly, as our community continues to grow, we have preserved a warm and friendly culture that makes these visitors feel welcome and want to come back, year after year. The recognition by USA Today is significant and I hope it will draw more visitors to Ruston and Lincoln Parish to experience the people and places that make our community special.”
-Dave Guerin, Louisiana Tech University
"Since moving to Ruston a little over a year ago, I have been impressed with the way the community comes together to make things happen, and how they really love and respect each other. My husband has always talked about moving back to Ruston since receiving his two degrees from Louisiana Tech University, and now being here I can speak from experience that it is the people that make this place so charming!"
-Ivana Flowers, Chamber of Commerce
"Ruston is a charming city, because it offers a small town atmosphere with access to metropolitan opportunities through education, cultural and sporting events at Louisiana Tech. Ruston is a charming city rooted in tradition, but focused on progress."
-Ivana Flowers, Chamber of Commerce
"Ruston is a charming city, because it offers a small town atmosphere with access to metropolitan opportunities through education, cultural and sporting events at Louisiana Tech. Ruston is a charming city rooted in tradition, but focused on progress."
-Robyn Brown, Heritage Reality
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