Mid-City in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Gen. Albert Pike
Confederate States Army
— 1809-1891 Soldier - Philosopher - Scholar —
Erected April 27, 1957 by the Grand Consistory of LA., 32° Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry to commemorate the session of the Supreme Council, 33° A.A.S.R. held in New Orleans on April 25, 1857. When Gen. Albert Pike was coroneted a 33° Mason and Inspector General Honorary.
Erected 1957 by Grand Consistory of LA.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • War, US Civil.
Location. 29° 57.905′ N, 90° 5.908′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in Mid-City. Marker is at the intersection of South Jefferson Davis Parkway and Tulane Avenue (U.S. 61), in the median on South Jefferson Davis Parkway. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Orleans LA 70119, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Third Ward World War II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles Didier Dreaux (approx. half a mile away); Warren Easton Charter High School (approx. half a mile away); Heinemann Park/Pelican Stadium (approx. half a mile away); Central Congregational Church 1872-2005 / Celebrating Central Church's Legacy (approx. one mile away); The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Inc. (approx. one mile away); The Old Portage (approx. 1.1 miles away); Saint Joseph Church (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 23, 2017, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 654 times since then and 70 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 23, 2017.