Washington in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Martin Furniture Works
c. 1936
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 24, 2024
1. Martin Furniture Works Marker
402 S. Main
This large building was the home of Martin Furniture Works, whose history includes manufacturing shovel and hoe handles for the government in World War II, and later barstools for many honky- tonks. The building has also been a feed store and a place for viewing the deceased. It has been Nanny Belle's Antiques since 2005.
Erected by Town of Washington Louisiana.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
Location. 30° 36.812′ N, 92° 3.614′ W. Marker is in Washington, Louisiana, in St. Landry Parish. Marker is on Main Street near East St. Mitchell Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 402 Main St, 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. Ben Burg House / Lucien Dupré House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Camellia Cove - Jean Baptiste Jacquard House (about 600 feet away); Lastrapes Meat Market (about 700 feet away); Leon Wolff Mercantile (approx. 0.2 miles away); Jacob Bogard House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Patriots of the Opelousas Militia (approx. ¼ mile away); Captain Michel Tesson House
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Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 24, 2024
2. Martin Furniture Works Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 26, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 26, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 50 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 26, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
