National Register of Historic Places

Lafourche Parish Courthouse

Thibodaux, Lafourche County, Louisiana
Listed
August 20, 1979
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
79001068

About this property

The Lafourche Parish Courthouse is a historic building located at 200 Green Street in Thibodaux, Louisiana. It serves as the courthouse for Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. Built in 1858, the structure was "remodeled" in 1903 and 1959. It was designed in the Beaux-Arts architectural style by New Orleans architects Favrot & Livaudais. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since August 21, 1979. Allen Parish Courthouse: also designed by Favrot & Livaudais DeSoto Parish Courthouse: also designed by Favrot & Livaudais National Register of Historic Places listings in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana

Location

200 Green St
Thibodaux, Lafourche County, Louisiana
29.79738, -90.81970

Categories

POLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Battles

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When was Lafourche Parish Courthouse listed on the National Register?

Lafourche Parish Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 20, 1979.

What type of historic resource is Lafourche Parish Courthouse?

Lafourche Parish Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Lafourche Parish Courthouse?

The period of significance for Lafourche Parish Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era.

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