Lecompte in Rapides Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Town of Lecompte
April 7, 2018
1. Town of Lecompte Marker
Lecompte began as a trading post on land claimed by Pascogoula Biloxi Indian Tribes living along Bayou Boeuf. Two area men, Fulton and Miller, traded extensively with the Indians who became indebted to them. To pay the debt the tribes agreed to sell their land to Fulton/Miller who resold the valuable land to planters (c. 1819). The post flourished and in 1900 with 1000 people was declared a village and a town in 1904 with 1500 people. Lecompte became a center of activity in south Rapides Parish with businesses and excellent medical services.
Erected 2006 by Town of Lecompte.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 31° 5.274′ N, 92° 23.997′ W. Marker is in Lecompte, Louisiana, in Rapides Parish. Marker is on Weems Avenue west of Bank Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1302 Weems Avenue, Lecompte LA 71346, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Smith's Landing (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Name Lecompte (approx. ¼ mile away); Lecompte High School (approx. ¼ mile away); Meeker Sugar Refinery Gears
this page online
More about this marker. Located in front of the Town clerk office.
April 7, 2018
2. Town of Lecompte Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2018. It was originally submitted on April 8, 2018, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 577 times since then and 60 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 8, 2018.
