Calanthean Temple

Historical marker location:

Shreveport, Louisiana

( Marker is on Texas Street (U.S. 80/79) west of Austin Place, on the right when traveling east.)

Historic Site. Shreveport.

The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair, was held in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1904. The fair featured exhibits from around the world and introduced several new inventions and products to the public, including the ice cream cone and Dr Pepper soft drink.