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Covering 40 blocks of downtown Lake Charles, you can step back in time with a self-guided walking or driving tour of one of the finest collections of Victorian architecture in Louisiana, dating from the late 1800s to the early 1900s.
The downtown "Charpentier District" pronounced (char peh ti ay) encases a 20-block area of homes dating back to the late 1800's and 1900's. The district contains some of the finest restored architecture in Louisiana and was included on the National Historic Register in 1990.
Lake Charles LA 70601. Get Directions. The Charpentier (French for “carpenter”) Historic District stands in homage to the carpenter architects who freely designed as they built, creating a unique Lake Charles–style.
- 1205 N. Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, 70601
- (337) 436-9588
Beautiful history of Lake Charles. The historical district in Lake Charles is a very beautiful piece of our history. A very peaceful, enjoyable tour can be taken by horse-drawn carriage. This is a great experience for lake area locals and visitors alike.
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Oct 12, 2011 · Keywords: Charpentier Historic District Map. The official site of Lake Charles, Louisiana.
The Lake Charles Historic District in Lake Charles, Louisiana was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. It is locally designated as the Charpentier Historic District. The NRHP district is roughly bounded by Iris, Hodges, Lawrence, Kirkman, S. Division and Louisiana.
Charpentier Historic District, Lake Charles: See 45 reviews, articles, and 13 photos of Charpentier Historic District, ranked No.11 on Tripadvisor among 45 attractions in Lake Charles.
