Bayou St. John in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
The Old Portage
Erected 1963 by The Department of Commerce and Industry [of LA].
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Native Americans • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1699.
Location. 29° 58.709′ N, 90° 5.285′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in Bayou St. John. Marker is at the intersection of Moss Street and Bell Street, on the right when traveling south on Moss Street. 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 walking distance of this marker. Our Lady of the Rosary Rectory (approx. 0.2 miles away); Pitot House (approx. ¼ mile away); In Memory of All American Veterans (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Croatian Benevolent Association of Louisiana (approx. 0.3 miles away); Metairie And Gentilly Ridges (approx. 0.4 miles away); Allard Plantation (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Inc. (approx. 0.6 miles away); Charles Didier Dreaux (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.
Additional keywords. Bayou, Indian Trail
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