Allendale-Lakeside in Shreveport in Caddo Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Calanthean Temple
Historic Site
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Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, August 30, 2019
1. Calanthean Temple Marker
Built 1923 by the Court of Calanthe, an early African-American woman's organization. Served as the Court of Calanthe's headquarters for many years as well as housing the offices of Black professionals. Roof Garden at top of building was used for dances, Mardi Gras balls and other events.
Erected by Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Women.
Location. 32° 30.313′ N, 93° 45.184′ W. Marker is in Shreveport, Louisiana, in Caddo Parish. It is in Allendale-Lakeside. It is on Texas Street (U.S. 80/79) west of Austin Place, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Shreveport LA 71101, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in North Louisiana. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, and in the Piney Woods. 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 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 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Austin Place Houses (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Christian-Hamel House (about 400 feet away); Antioch Baptist Church (about 500 feet away); Olgilvie-Wiener House (about 500 feet away); Logan Mansion (about 600 feet away); Thief (TV Series) (about 800 feet away); Bishop Leonidas Polk
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Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, August 30, 2019
2. Calanthean Temple Marker
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, August 30, 2019
3. Calanthean Temple Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 13, 2019, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 649 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 13, 2019, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
