16 U.S.C. § 410ccc: Establishment

There is hereby established the Cane River National Heritage Area (hereinafter in this part referred to as the “heritage area”). recognizing areas important to the Nation’s heritage and identity; assisting in the preservation and enhancement of the cultural landscape and traditions of the Cane River region; providing a framework for those who live within this important dynamic cultural landscape to assist in preservation and educational actions; and minimizing the need for Federal land acquisition and management. an area approximately 1 mile on both sides of the Cane River as depicted on map CARI, 80,000A, dated May 1994; those properties within the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District which are the subject of cooperative agreements pursuant to section 410ccc–2(d) of this title ; the Los Adaes State Commemorative Area; the Fort Jesup State Commemorative Area; the Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Commemorative Area; and the Kate Chopin House.