Highlands/Perkins in Baton Rouge in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

The Louisiana State University

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, October 3, 2015

1. The Louisiana State University Marker

Inscription. The Louisiana State University campus is characterized by distinctive buildings that embrace Italian Renaissance forms and features, including grainy stucco walls, graceful arches and red tile roofs.

The historic campus is an outstanding work of early twentieth century architecture. Most of the original complex was designed by nationally prominent architect Theodore G. Link (1850-1923). The Mediterranean tone is reflected in much of the subsequent campus construction.

In recognition of its place in the history of American architecture, Louisiana State University was entered into the National Register of Historic Places, Department of Interior, as an historic district on September 15, 1988.

Erected 1990 by Foundation for Historical Louisiana.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical date for this entry is September 15, 1988.

Location. 30° 24.869′ N, 91° 10.728′ W. Marker is in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in East Baton Rouge Parish. It is in Highlands/Perkins. Marker can be reached from Tower Drive south of Dalrymple Drive, on the right when traveling south. Located on the right side of front entrance to the LSU Memorial Bell Tower. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Baton Rouge LA 70803, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are

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within walking distance of this marker. Campanile (here, next to this marker); Louisiana State Seminary of Learning Foundation Stone (within shouting distance of this marker); Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (within shouting distance of this marker); Land Grant College / Sea Grant College (within shouting distance of this marker); Parade Ground (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Parade Ground (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Parade Ground (about 800 feet away); a different marker also named Parade Ground (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baton Rouge.

Also see . . . Louisiana State University. (Submitted on October 7, 2015.)

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, October 3, 2015

2. The Louisiana State University Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 6, 2015. This page has been viewed 340 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 6, 2015. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.