Avery Island in Iberia Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

The Survey Tree

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, April 26, 2023

1. The Survey Tree Marker

Inscription. This live oak was selected on October 9, 1810 by Thomas Orme to mark point "D" of his survey of the Elizabeth Hays Tract, later to become the first land purchase of John Marsh whose descendants still own Avery Island. It and the live oak at point "A" are the oldest surviving corner or witness trees in Louisiana.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Landmarks. A significant historical date for this entry is October 9, 1810.

Location. 29° 54.444′ N, 91° 55.041′ W. Marker is on Avery Island, Louisiana, in Iberia Parish. It can be reached from Main Road. The marker is located in Jungle Gardens on a foot path near the Buddhist Temple. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Avery Island LA 70513, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Louisiana’s Acadiana — Cajun Country

and specifically in Bayou Country. It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Deep South,

and on the Gulf Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically,

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it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

Acadia,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

the Louisiana Purchase,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Cleveland Oak (within shouting distance of this marker); Buddha (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); This Buddah (about 500 feet away); This Buddha (about 500 feet away); Boat House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sunken Gardens (approx. ¼ mile away); Bird City (approx. 0.3 miles away); McIlhenny (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Avery Island.

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, April 26, 2023

2. The Survey Tree Marker

Bottling the Island's Hot Sauce. image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, April 26, 2023

3. Bottling the Island's Hot Sauce.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 21, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 21, 2024, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 438 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 21, 2024, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.