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Ouachita Parish History Tidbits

Information on Ouachita parish history and genealogy resources.

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Tag: Ritz Theater

The Ritz Theater

The below photo shows a rare view of the old Ritz theater, which was the only African American theater in town during segregation. It was located at 911 DeSiard street, right down from the Miller-Roy and next to Pierce's Pharmacy.

Lora Diane Peppers African-American History Leave a comment January 16, 2024November 27, 2023 1 Minute
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