Houma in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
A History of Terrebonne Parish
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 13, 2018
1. A History of Terrebonne Parish Marker
Inscription.
A History of Terrebonne Parish. . The Houma Downtown Development Corporation is pleased to accept this mural on behalf of the people of Terrebonne Parish painted by Louisiana muralist Hans Geist. This artwork depicts the foundation and establishments which came together throughout history to form this wonderful community we call "The Good Earth".
Our Heritage , Established March 22 1822, from the lower part of Lafourche interior, it is the 2nd largest parish in the state, covering an area of 2100 square miles. The City of Houma inherited its name from the Native American tribe known as the "Oumas” Indians, descendants of the Choctaw tribe who spoke the Muskogean language. Acadian immigrants eventually became known as "Cajuns" who developed their own distinct lifestyle in the surrounding areas. "Creole" refers to those who were born in the new world to parents from Europe and Africa.
Development , Original crops of rice, cotton, and indigo used for trade. Known for an abundance of game and seafood with development of the fur, oyster, and shrimping industries. One of the most productive sugarcane growers and oil producers in the nation.
Acknowledgements , In grateful appreciation to the dedicated efforts and generous gift of a distinguished individual who chooses to remain anonymous and whose outstanding generosity demonstrates their commitment to the past, present, and future of our community. Recognition is also given to Christopher E. Cenac Sr., M.D. for reference and insight from his book, "Eyes of an Eagle".
The Houma Downtown Development Corporation
is pleased to accept this mural on behalf of the people of
Terrebonne Parish painted by Louisiana muralist Hans Geist.
This artwork depicts the foundation and establishments
which came together throughout history to form this
wonderful community we call "The Good Earth".
Our Heritage
Established March 22 1822, from the lower part of
Lafourche interior, it is the 2nd largest parish in
the state, covering an area of 2100 square miles.
The City of Houma inherited its name from the Native
American tribe known as the "Oumas” Indians, descendants
of the Choctaw tribe who spoke the Muskogean language.
Acadian immigrants eventually became known as "Cajuns"
who developed their own distinct lifestyle in the
surrounding areas. "Creole" refers to those who were
born in the new world to parents from Europe and Africa.
Development
Original crops of rice, cotton, and indigo used for trade.
Known for an abundance of game and seafood with
development of the fur, oyster, and shrimping industries.
One of the most productive sugarcane growers and
oil producers in the nation.
Acknowledgements
In grateful appreciation to the dedicated efforts and
generous gift of a distinguished individual who chooses
to remain anonymous and whose outstanding
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generosity
demonstrates their commitment to the past, present,
and future of our community.
Recognition is also given to Christopher E. Cenac Sr., M.D.
for reference and insight from his book, "Eyes of an Eagle".
Location. 29° 35.865′ N, 90° 43.189′ W. Marker is in Houma, Louisiana, in Terrebonne Parish. Marker is on West Main Street south of Roussell Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Houma LA 70364, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 13, 2018
2. A History of Terrebonne Parish Marker and Mural
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 13, 2018
3. A History of Terrebonne Parish Mural
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 13, 2018
4. A History of Terrebonne Parish Mural
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 13, 2018
5. A History of Terrebonne Parish Mural
Credits. This page was last revised on May 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2019, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 593 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 2, 2019, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
