Natchitoches in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Roque House
1803
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, June 11, 2021
1. Roque House Marker
A freedman of color, Yves, likely constructed this French Creole building around the turn of the 19th century. It was named for its last occupant, Madame Aubert Roque.
The house was moved to this location from downriver in 1967.
Erected by Cane River National Heritage Area.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1967.
Location. 31° 45.774′ N, 93° 5.127′ W. Marker is in Natchitoches, Louisiana, in Natchitoches Parish. Marker can be reached from Front Street near Lafayette Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Natchitoches LA 71457, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Roque House (here, next to this marker); The Historic Cane River (within shouting distance of this marker); El Camino Real (within shouting distance of this marker); Louis Juchereau de St. Denis (within shouting distance of this marker); Natchitoches Historic District (within shouting distance of this marker); Natchitoches Indians (within shouting distance of this marker); Ducournau Building (about 300 feet away, measured
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More about this marker. Marker and house are located in a park area between Front Street and the Cane River.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, June 11, 2021
2. Roque House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 19, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 19, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 185 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 19, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
