Verret, Louisiana
Verret (/ˈvɜːrɛt/), commonly known as Verrett or Verrettville, is an unincorporated community in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, United States. The community was originally established as a freedmen's town by formerly enslaved African Americans.
In 2018, a Louisiana state historical marker was placed at the First Baptist Church of Verrettville in recognition of its significance in addition to the importance of community founder Rev. Samuel Smith.
References
- ^ "Verret". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
- ^ Hyland, William de Marigny (2020-12-01). History of Verrettville. Bill Hyland's Historical Highlights. Fernández, Anthony. Raymond, Smith. St. Bernard Parish Television.
- ^ "First Baptist Church in Verret receives a Historical Marker". The St. Bernard News. 2018-01-24. Retrieved 2021-09-30.
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