Lafayette in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

Oaks of Ile Copal

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, November 1, 2018

1. Oaks of Ile Copal Marker

Inscription. These centurion live oak trees shaded Ile Copal, the plantation home of Alexandre Mouton. Mouton was governor of Louisiana from 1843-46 and son of the founder of Vermilionville. Here marks the beginning of a shady lane of oaks planted by Emma K. Gardner, Mouton's wife, which extended to present-day Jefferson Street.

Erected 1999 by Lerosen Elementary Students 1998-99.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Education • Horticulture & Forestry • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Historic Trees series list.

Location. 30° 12.975′ N, 92° 0.267′ W. Marker is in Lafayette, Louisiana, in Lafayette Parish. Marker can be reached from the intersection of East Pinhook Road and SW Evangeline Thruway (U.S. 90). Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 516 East Pinhook Road, Lafayette LA 70501, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Beaver Park (approx. half a mile away); Vermilion River (approx. half a mile away); Coussan House (approx. half a mile away); Vermilionville Historical Timeline (approx. half a mile away); a different marker also named Vermilionville Historical Timeline

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(approx. half a mile away); Historic Village Map (approx. half a mile away); Bayou Vermilion District (approx. half a mile away); Beau Bassin House (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lafayette.

More about this marker. At the time of this submission, this marker is located on the grounds of the Lafayette Alternative Program for Students (LAPS), Lerosen Elementary Campus site. Escort either by Lafayette police/on-duty security or school official will be needed and only accessible during school hours. Highly recommend calling before planning a visit.

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, November 1, 2018

2. Oaks of Ile Copal Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 4, 2018, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 625 times since then and 90 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 4, 2018.