St. John in Thibodaux in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, June 21, 2024
1. St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church Marker
In 1876, Père Menard constructed a small building on donated land called "École St. Jean" (St. John School). which served as a school administered by the Sisters of Mt. Carmel and as a chapel for Mass. On June 14, 1919. the church parish was formally established. In 1922, the congregation built a bridge to accommodate parishioners on the east side of the bayou. In 1930, the present church was constructed featuring a vaulted, stained-wood ceiling. In 1940, the school was closed. In July 1955, the church was enlarged to accommodate a growing congregation by splitting the building in the middle, moving the sanctuary, and adding a new section to allow for more seating.
Erected 2024 by Lafourche Heritage Society and St. John Men's Club.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion.
Location. 29° 48.932′ N, 90° 52.837′ W. Marker is in Thibodaux, Louisiana, in Lafourche Parish. It is in St. John. Marker is on Saint Mary Street (State Highway 1) near St. John Bridge. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2085 St Mary St, Thibodaux LA 70301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Leighton (approx. 1.8 miles away); Edward D. White House (approx. 1.9 miles
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Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, June 21, 2024
2. St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 21, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 49 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 21, 2024, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
