DeQuincy in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Kansas City Southern Depot
Built in 1923, the depot is an outstanding example of Mission Revival architecture, and is one of the most architecturally significant railroad depots in the state. Listed on National Register of Historic Places.
Erected 1986 by City of DeQuincy.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Notable Buildings • Railroads & Streetcars.
Location. 30° 27.105′ N, 93° 26.094′ W. Marker is in DeQuincy, Louisiana, in Calcasieu Parish. It is on Lake Charles Avenue near North Pine Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 400 Lake Charles Avenue, Dequincy LA 70633, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Louisiana’s Acadiana Cajun Country. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Those who paid the Supreme Sacrifice (a few steps from this marker); All Saints Episcopal Church (approx. Ό mile away); Newport Industries (approx. half a mile away).
More about this marker. At the northern terminus of North Pine Street
Credits. This page was last revised on October 4, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2019, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 382 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 4, 2019, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.

