National Register of Historic Places

Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District

New Orleans, St. Bernard County, Louisiana
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
66000889

Location

New Orleans, St. Bernard County, Louisiana
29.94327, -89.99105

Significance

Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District is a historic district in New Orleans, St. Bernard County, Louisiana. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966, under reference number 66000889. It is recognized for its significance in Military, Architecture and Social History.

Categories

HISTORIC - NON-ABORIGINALMILITARYARCHITECTURESOCIAL HISTORY
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Nearby Battles

Battle of New Orleans January 8 1815
1815Early Republic
0.6 mi
Battle of New Orleans — January 1 Artillery
1815Early Republic
1.3 mi
Battle of New Orleans — January 8
1815Early Republic
1.3 mi
Battle of New Orleans — December 23 Night Attack
1814Early Republic
1.3 mi

Questions about this property

When was Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District listed on the National Register?

Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District?

Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District?

The period of significance for Chalmette Unit of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park Historic District is recorded as the listed era.

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