Verret (/ˈvɜːrɛt/), commonly known as Verrett or Verrettville, is an unincorporated community in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, United States.[1] The community was originally established as a freedmen's town by formerly enslaved African Americans.[2]
In 2018, a Louisiana state historical marker was placed at the First Baptist Church of Verrettville in recognition of its significance in addition to the importance of community founder Rev. Samuel Smith.[3]
References
- ^ "Verret". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved August 29, 2021.
- ^ Hyland, William de Marigny (December 1, 2020). History of Verrettville. Bill Hyland's Historical Highlights. Fernández, Anthony. Raymond, Smith. St. Bernard Parish Television.
- ^ "First Baptist Church in Verret receives a Historical Marker". The St. Bernard News. January 24, 2018. Retrieved September 30, 2021.
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