Ponchatoula is “Strawberry Capital of the World”. Our delicious strawberries are available from November to April. Strawberry farmers past and present have been honored with the “Strawberry Farmer Wall of Fame” located in front of city hall. In 2001 the Louisiana Legislature selected the strawberry as the state fruit. Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival is held in April of every year and is the second largest festival in the state. For more information on the festival please visit www.lastrawberryfestival.com
Turquoise Coyote
Phone: (985)386-3212
Address:
181 E Pine Street
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Turquoise Coyote, located in the heart of Ponchatoula’s Historic District, is both a classic southwestern gift shop and a full service bead store. Representing some seven Pueblo tribes and the Navajo, Turquoise Coyote carries jewelry, rugs, art, pottery, fetishes and katchinas from across the southwest. The key is presenting yesterdays traditions with tomorrow’s vision. As a full service bead shop Turquoise Coyote is a wholesaler open to the public. They are authorized distributors for Beadalon and Stardust beading wires, and an authorized Swarovski reseller. It carries a full line of current and vintage Swarovski, gemstone bead from howlite to ruby, Czech and Chinese crystal, Thai Hill Tribe and Bali silver, charms, copper beads, and other beads to numerous to list. Come in and be inspired. Their knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you find just what you need. Whether you are an established jewelry designer or a beginner, Turquoise Coyote has something for everyone. Hours of operation are Thursday thru Monday from 10:00 to 5:00PM.