Louisiana History Museum Picture of the Week

1923-25 aerial view of downtown Alexandria, showing Rapides Parish Court House, Parish jail, Guaranty Bank, Commercial Bank, the old Town Talk Building, Chamber of Commerce Office, the edge of City Hall square and even passenger railroad cars on the track by the river. The remains of Front Street can also be seen behind the Parish Court House.

Availability of Copies

High-quality copies of archive photos or other available photos can be provided on photographic paper upon request. 8"x10" copies are avaialbe for a $15.00 donation to the Museum; 5"x7", for a $10.00 donation.

Make your check or money order payable to Louisiana History Museum, and mail to
P.O. Box 12302, Alexandria, La. 71315-2302. Add $1.00 for postage.