If you are new to our area, here are some facts about Ruston, Louisiana.

• Ruston, Louisiana is a small college town in North Central Louisiana. 
• As of 2021 the population of Ruston was 21,506
• Louisiana Tech University has an enrollment of 11,197 students. 
• Ruston was founded around the railroad tracks located near the present day downtown
• I-20 is located about 2 miles north of downtown
• The Historic Downtown Ruston is a Registered Historic District with the National Register of Historic Places.
• In 2020 a new and modern sports complex opened with numerous baseball, softball, and soccer fields as well as a tennis complex. 
• There are several local restaurants in the downtown area
• Along I-20 there are numerous hotels and chain restaurants. 
• It gets HOT in August, and the winters are usually mild.   
• There is a thriving art community.
• Lincoln Parish Park is a great place for the family to visit.

The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer has been a part of Ruston, Louisiana since 1902, and we hope you will visit our church when you come to Ruston!