Ouachita Parish History Tidbits

Tag: Carroll Auditorium

  • I Finally Have Proof!

    I have always heard that Louis Armstrong played at the Savoy in the Miller Roy building. I never found concrete proof of that. I found ads for him playing at…

  • Count Basie Plays Carroll Auditorium

    I have told you about Carroll Auditorium at the Monroe Colored High School. It was a stop on the Chitlin’ Circuit back in the days of segregation. Last month, while…

  • Mahalia Jackson Comes to Monroe

    In 1970, the Queen of Gospel herself, Mahalia Jackson sang at the Monroe Civic Center. Mayor Jack Howard presented her with a Pacemaker Bracelet and rolled out the red carpet…

  • Etta Moten Performs at the Carroll Auditorium

    Never heard of Etta Moten? Neither did I until I looked her up. Ms. Moten was the first black actress to appear on screen in a roll other than as…

  • A Found Priceless Treasure!

    Saturday, I happened to be shopping in Antique Alley. I have one favorite store that never disappoints me. This time was no different. Tucked in a pile of yearbooks, was…