Old Rapides Bank Building

Historical marker location:

Alexandria, Louisiana

( Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and Murray Street, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.)

Marker installed: 1987

The Louisiana Hayride, a radio show that was broadcast from Shreveport, Louisiana, helped launch the careers of several famous musicians, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams. The show ran from 1948 to 1960 and was known for its promotion of country and rockabilly music.