SAVE HISTORIC MORGAN CITY

MORGAN CITY, LA

Atchafalaya River E. J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi Bridge (cantilever; 1975) and Long–Allen Bridge (truss; 1933) over the Atchafalaya River (a distributary of the Mississippi River), Morgan City LA
Atchafalaya River Credit: kewing

Save Historic Morgan City is a non-profit organization located in Morgan City, Louisiana, dedicated to preserving the historical and cultural heritage of the city. The organization was founded in 2002, with the aim of promoting awareness of the city's historical significance and the need to preserve its landmarks and architecture.

The organization has been successful in its efforts to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the city's history. It has organized numerous events and activities that promote the city's cultural heritage, including walking tours, historical lectures, and preservation workshops.

Save Historic Morgan City has also been instrumental in securing funding for preservation efforts in the city. The organization has worked closely with the city government, private foundations, and other community partners to secure grants and other forms of financial support for restoration projects.

Some of the notable landmarks that have been preserved with the help of Save Historic Morgan City include the Brashear House, the Bayou Teche Museum, and the Everett Street Station. The organization also played a key role in the restoration of the St. Mary's Episcopal Church, a historic landmark that was damaged by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

Through its efforts, Save Historic Morgan City has become a vital part of the city's cultural life, promoting an appreciation of the past and a commitment to preserving it for future generations.

SAVE HISTORIC MORGAN CITY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MORGAN CITY LA. US MID #8402200184

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Atchafalaya River E. J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi Bridge (cantilever; 1975) and Long–Allen Bridge (truss; 1933) over the Atchafalaya River (a distributary of the Mississippi River), Morgan City LA
South Reef Lighthouse South Reef Lighthouse, under the E. J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi Bridge (cantilever; 1975) over the Atchafalaya River, Morgan City LA
Molly at Floodwall Floodwall, showing levels of previous floods, Morgan City LA
Corner of Front and Freret Corner of Front and Freret streets, Morgan City LA [Note the 21 ft. seawall built in 1973 after flood water topped the previous 13 ft. wall.]
Fading memory Dilapidated Victorian, Morgan City LA
Wilmore Home Wilmore Home (c. 1820; typical Acadian Cottage style (with addition at far end), supposedly the oldest home in Morgan City LA
Prohaska House J.F. Prohaska House, "Adele" (1902), on First St., Morgan City LA
1947 DeSoto Coupe 1947 DeSoto Coupe, Morgan City LA
Lawrence Park Lawrence Park, Morgan City LA
Oak Large oak tree, with resurrection fern, Lawrence Park, Morgan City LA
Faded opulence Classical Revival town home (c. 1900), Federal Ave., Morgan City LA
Faded memories 19th C. house, Morgan City LA

Contact SAVE HISTORIC MORGAN CITY

SAVE HISTORIC MORGAN CITY
708 FRONT STREET
MORGAN CITY
LA
70380

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MID # 8402200184
Name SAVE HISTORIC MORGAN CITY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 462045983
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 29.696122, -91.210595
CODES FIPS State Code: 22
FIPS County Code: 101
US Census Tract: 040300
US Census Block: 3091