Ouachita Parish History Tidbits

Author: Lora Diane Peppers

  • A Tour of Historic Monroe

    If you enjoyed yesterday’s post, I made a map using my historic Monroe virtual tour as well.

  • A Tour of the Old City Cemetery

    A few weeks back, a patron came in and asked if my cemetery tour was online anywhere. When I answered no, he showed me what could be done with Google…

  • The Ferd Levi Building

    You may not recognize the name of the building listed on the description, but I guarantee you know the building! Most long-time residents still refer to it as the Ferd…

  • Unknown Mealy Photo #2

    This is the last unidentified photo. If you recognize the man in the photo, come by the library on 18th or give us a call at 318-327-1373. This one is…

  • Robinson Business College, 1946

    Over the next few days, I will be posting some photos that we need help identifying. If you recognize anyone in the photos, come by the library on 18th or…

  • Veterans at the American Legion

    Over the next few days, I will be posting some photos that we need help identifying. If you recognize anyone in the photos, come by the library on 18th or…

  • Beta Mu Theta Sorority

    Over the next few days, I will be posting some photos that we need help identifying. If you recognize anyone in the photos, come by the library on 18th or…

  • Crosley School Jeep Campaign

    Over the next few days, I will be posting some photos that we need help identifying. If you recognize anyone in the photos, come by the library on 18th or…

  • Matchbook from the old Frances Hotel

    This is another object from my collection. It is a matchbook from the Frances Hotel. It still has all of it’s matches! The slogan, “follow the Beacon” is a reference…

  • Collens Pharmacy Token

    This is a token in my personal collection from the old Collens Five Points Pharmacy on DeSiard Street. You could use it two ways!