The more things change—the more things stay the same. We collected some old photographs of Louisiana and then compared those places to how they look today. It was interesting—some things have changed a lot, and some things, not so much. Take a look and judge for yourself!
- Alexandria Hall at the turn of the 20th century of Louisiana College in Pineville.
State Library of Louisiana Alexandria Hall at Louisiana College in Pineville Louisiana State Library of Louisiana
That same hall today—cars have definitely changed!
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- The iconic St. Martin church in 1915.
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It’s in amazing condition almost 100 years later.
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- Parish courthouse in Ouachita Parish.
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And here it is in modern times.
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- The Pagoda at Avery Island in 1974.
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And here it is in current times.
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- The beautiful gardens of Longue Vue House and Gardens.
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They haven’t changed too much today.
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- This Clinton Parish courthouse with a statue memorializing confederate soldiers.
State Library of Louisiana Clinton courthouse statue memorializing Confederate soldiers. Clinton, Louisiana.
Was that statue taken down?
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- The French Market, back when there was a railroad right next door.
State Library of Louisiana French Market NOLA, early 19th-century
The French Market today.
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- What the crawfish eating contest used to be like in Breaux Bridge.
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And here it is from 2013.
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- Here are the fairgrounds in 1912.
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And here they are in 2012.
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10.The Natchitoches area courthouse in the early 20th century.
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And here it is today.
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- Airline Highway Interchange, Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1961
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It’s much more developed, today.
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- Louisiana Downs when it was first constructed.
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The Downs today.
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What do you think of this photo group? Let us know in the comments below! We love to hear your feedback.
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Alexandria Hall at Louisiana College in Pineville Louisiana State Library of Louisiana
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Except yoga is going on outside!
Clinton courthouse statue memorializing Confederate soldiers. Clinton, Louisiana.
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French Market NOLA, early 19th-century
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