Louisiana Strikes Oil!
The first oil strike in the State of Louisiana was made on September 21, 1901 on the farm of Jules Clement in the community of Evangeline. The well was known as both Jules Clement No. 1 and Jennings Oil No. 1 after the company that drilled the well. The discovery caused a boom resulting in the Evangeline Oil Field and the start of the oil and gas industry in Louisiana. The oil and gas industry has since been an integral part of the economy of Louisiana and lifestyles of its residents.
Dedicated September 22, 2001
Erected 2001.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Events. A significant historical date for this entry is September 21, 1901.
Location. 30° 16′ N, 92° 35.056′ W. Marker is in Evangeline, Louisiana, in Acadia Parish. Marker is at the intersection of Evangeline Highway (State Highway 97) and Old Evangeline Highway (State Highway 100), on the right when traveling north on Evangeline Highway. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Evangeline LA 70537, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 13 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Le Premier Puits de Pétrole (approx. 5.1 miles away); David L. & Jeanette Ross May House (approx. 12.7 miles away);
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Credits. This page was last revised on March 5, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 2, 2018, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 483 times since then and 46 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 2, 2018, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
