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

La Salle's Landing

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 7, 2016

1. La Salle's Landing Marker

Inscription. In 1682 the French explorer, Robert Cavalier de la Salle, landed in an Indian village later to be known as the city of Kenner. Proclaiming ownership in the name of Louis XIV, King of France, he erected a cypress cross to commemorate the historic event.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Exploration. A significant historical year for this entry is 1682.

Location. 29° 58.376′ N, 90° 14.808′ W. Marker is in Kenner, Louisiana, in Jefferson Parish. Marker can be reached from Reverend Richard Wilson Dr. (State Highway 48) near Williams Blvd., on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Kenner LA 70062, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. La Salle's Landing - 1682 (here, next to this marker); First World Championship Heavyweight Prize Fight Monument (a few steps from this marker); Cannes Brûlées (within shouting distance of this marker); Swans Club, Inc (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Kenner White Sox (about 600 feet away); Henry "Teddy" Stewart (about 700 feet away); Kenner Community Band (about 700 feet away); Kennerettes Civic and Social Club, Inc. (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kenner.

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Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 7, 2016

2. La Salle's Landing Marker

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 7, 2016

3. La Salle's Landing Marker

La Salle Sets Up Posts<br>Claiming the Mississippi Valley for King Louis XIV of France. image. Click for full size.

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4. La Salle Sets Up Posts
Claiming the Mississippi Valley for King Louis XIV of France.

Illustration from Elementary American History by D. H. Montgomery, 1904.

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