About this property
Landry Tomb is an historic burial vault located in the cemetery of the Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church in Donaldsonville, Louisiana. The two stage granite monument, containing 24 vaults, was built in 1845 and its design is attributed to James H. Dakin, an architect whose work included the Old Louisiana State Capitol building. Landry family members entombed or interred here include U.S. Representative Joseph Aristide Landry (1817–1881).
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 82002752. It was listed on August 10, 1982.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Landry Tomb listed on the National Register?
Landry Tomb was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 10, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Landry Tomb?
Landry Tomb is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Landry Tomb?
The period of significance for Landry Tomb is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1817.
Can I research the history near Landry Tomb?
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