Washington in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Hinckley House
c. 1811 - 402 Hinckley Street
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 24, 2024
1. Hinckley House Marker
Asa Norton, fur trapper and trader, and his wife, Anna, built this house and planted the live oaks around 1811. After being damaged by fire, the home was rebuilt in the 1830's by steamboat captain Oramel Hinckley. The family cemetery, dating to 1803, lies at the rear of the home.
Erected by Town of Washington, Louisiana.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 30° 36.891′ N, 92° 3.307′ W. Marker is in Washington, Louisiana, in St. Landry Parish. Marker is on Hinckley Street north of Church Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 402 Hinckley Street, Washington LA 70589, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Washington (within shouting distance of this marker); Fallen Comrades Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Dominque Lalanne House and Store (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Jean Marie Lalanne House (about 400 feet away); Crawford House B&B / Captain James Wilson House (about 500 feet away); Captain James Capps / Phil Wartelle House (about 500 feet away); Captain Michel Tesson House
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Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 24, 2024
2. Hinckley House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 25, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 25, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 55 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 25, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
