St. Landry Catholic Church
900 N. Union St., Opelousas, LASt. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas, Louisiana, is a historically significant site in the United States. The church was established in 1767, making it one of the oldest Catholic churches in Louisiana. It was named after Saint Landry, the bishop of Paris who was known for his charitable work. The church played an important role in the history of the Opelousas area, serving as a center of worship, education, and social activities for the local Catholic community. It also served as a site for important events in the Civil Rights Movement, such as the desegregation of the church's schools in the 1960s. Additionally, St. Landry Catholic Church is known for its architecture, which features a blend of French and Spanish styles. The church has undergone several renovations over the years, including the addition of stained glass windows and a bell tower. In 1991, St. Landry Catholic Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its significance as a cultural and historical landmark in Louisiana.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.