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Revision as of 21:26, 2 April 2013
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East Louisiana State Hospital | |
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Opened | 1848 |
Current Status | Active |
Location | Jackson, LA |
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History
Considered to be one of the largest and most significant Greek Revival buildings in Louisiana, it has been placed on the National Register. The institution was one of the first mental hospitals in the South.
Images of East Louisiana State Hospital
Main Image Gallery: East Louisiana State Hospital
Cemetery
Over 4,000 graves are within the cemetery on the hospital property and until recently was not maintained.