Monroe in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
W.L. "Jack" Howard Theatre
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, March 28, 2024
1. W.L. "Jack" Howard Theatre Marker
Originally opened in 1966, this theatre is named in honor of W. L. "Jack" Howard, Monroe's 27th Mayor. He served as mayor of Monroe, Louisiana from 1956-1972 and from 1976-1978. During his tenure as Mayor, "Jack" Howard was a visionary who helped create the Monroe Civic Center Complex, Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo, the Monroe City Hall Complex and many other public improvements. His creations have been "pace setters" for the culture in our entire community!
Monroe ... ONE CITY, ONE FUTURE!
Mayor James E. "Jamie" Mayo
Councilwoman Ann Raines • District 1
Councilman Ben Katz • District 2
Councilman Arthur Gilmore, Jr. • District 3
Councilman Robert "Red" Stevens • District 4
Councilman Robert Johnson • District 5
Erected 2004 by City of Monroe.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Government & Politics • Parks & Recreational Areas.
Location. 32° 30.153′ N, 92° 6.505′ W. Marker is in Monroe, Louisiana, in Ouachita Parish. Marker can be reached from Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway near Winnsboro Road (Business U.S. 165). Touch for map.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. B.D. Robinson Conference Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); The Monroe Civic Center Arena (within shouting distance of this marker); The Honorable Abe Edward Pierce III Convention Center (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Savoy Ballroom (approx. 0.3 miles away); St. Matthew Catholic Church (approx. 0.4 miles away); Art Alley (approx. half a mile away); Operation Iraqi Freedom Memorial (approx. half a mile away); Prairie des Canots Seat of Justice (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Monroe.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, March 28, 2024
2. W.L. "Jack" Howard Theatre Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 3, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 56 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 3, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
