Delacroix Island

The community was originally established by Canary Islander colonists during the late 18th century.

The area was named La Isla (The Island) and continues to be known as such by many Isleños, particularly those who know Spanish as a first language. In 1894, the community was renamed to L'île de la Croix after its landowner, Countess Pauline Stéphanie de Livaudais du Suan de la Croix. This name was adjusted later into the English name for the community Delacroix or Delacroix Island. In St. Bernard Parish, the community often is referred to informally as "the Island."

Contact: St. Bernard Office of Tourism & Film, ktommaseo@sbpg.net