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Facts about (Winter Quarters State Historic Site):
Overview ofWinter Quarters State Historic Site- Facts, Trivia,and Historical Information :
Winter Quarters State Historic Site stands today as a rare survivor of the ravages of the Civil War. The large, airy structure is the only one of its kind along the banks of scenic Lake St. Joseph to remain as a reflection of Louisiana's Antebellum cotton plantation.In 1805, Job Routh built a winter hunting lodge on a Spanish land grant located on the Mississippi River flood plain in what would become Tensas Parish. During the early 1830s, Routh's heirs added several more rooms and a gallery. Dr
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Winter Quarters State Historic Site):
Recreational activities at historic sites include visitor centers, interpretive programs and viewing of historic buildings and locations.
Contact Information:
Address:Winter Quarters State Historic Site,4929 Highway 608, Newellton, LA 71357
Phone No:318-467-9750
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