Cajun-Texas culture melds here to create a warm, family-friendly, and casual atmosphere.

A few of the areas historic homes offer public tours and events throughout the year.

Watch the calendar for free public events, such as live music from the porch.

Julie Rogers Theatre for the Performing Arts in Beaumont Texas

Credit:Beaumont CVB

Mostly shy and harmless, problems can crop up when people feed them.

People can also pet snakes and other reptiles in the on-site petting zoo.

Saturday morning public tours run from late March through late October and cost $26.50 for adults.

All cakes come with an insert-your-own plastic baby and Mardi Gras beads.

you might also have them shipped to your house.

raosbakery.com; 4440 Dowlen Rd.