Freetown - Port Rico in Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Good Hope Hall
300 Stewart Street
— Local Historic Register Property #14 —
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 27, 2023
1. Good Hope Hall Marker
Built c 1880
Architectural Style - Modified French Creole
Good Hope Hall was known originally as "True Friends Hall. It was built by the True Friends Association in Freetown, a settlement that offered sanctuary and compassion to many newly-freed African Americans as they made the heroic struggle for economic survival after the Civil War. The original Freetown families, those who were not part of the enslaved Africans, such as the Martins, James, Moutons, Figaros and Cocos, played a prominent, benevolent role helping former slaves adjust to freedom. Good Hope Hall originally served as a meeting hall and a place for wedding receptions, celebrations and Catholic Mass. In the 1920s, it was one of the great jazz halls of America featuring jazz artists from across the country, including Louie Armstrong and Fats Pinchon. Presently, the building serves as offices for Glenn Armentor Law Corporation.
Erected by Freetown-Port Rico Neighborhood Coterie.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1880.
Location. 30° 13.208′ N, 92° 0.903′ W. Marker is in Lafayette, Louisiana, in Lafayette Parish. It is in Freetown - Port Rico.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Martin's Hat Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); Butler's Drug Store / Pharmacie Butler (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dr. Lee A. Butler House (about 400 feet away); Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House (about 400 feet away); Acadian Superette (about 500 feet away); Petro House (about 500 feet away); Griffin House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Pavy Studio (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lafayette.
Also see . . . Official Freetown-Port Rico site. (Submitted on June 4, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.)
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, May 27, 2023
2. Good Hope Hall Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 4, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 124 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 4, 2023, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
