Downtown in Baton Rouge in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
St. Vincent's Academy/Catholic High School
August 14, 2015
1. St. Vincent's Academy/Catholic High School Marker
The Brothers of the Sacred Heart founded St. Vincent's Academy on this site in 1894. In 1929 the school for boys was replaced by a larger facility and renamed Catholic High School. In 1957 the school was moved to its present location on Hearthstone Drive. This marker commemorates the Centennial of the Brothers' work in Baton Rouge.Erected by City of Baton Rouge.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1894.
Location. 30° 27.158′ N, 91° 11.22′ W. Marker is in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in East Baton Rouge Parish. It is in Downtown. Marker is at the intersection of North Street and North 4th Street, on the right when traveling west on North Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Baton Rouge LA 70802, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Arsenal Museum (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Former Baptismal Fount (about 300 feet away); St. Joseph Cathedral (about 400 feet away); Gras-Devall Plaza (about 500 feet
August 14, 2015
2. St. Vincent's Academy/Catholic High School Marker
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