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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2BSK_bicentennial-covington-1_Covington-LA.html
In 1907, Guido Alexius and his sons Alfred, Cintio and John, founded Alexius Brothers and Company; and later his son Horace joined in the business. In 1915, this landmark establishment, originally a gym, was purchased. Later in the 20th century, G…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26HL_public-ox-lot-parking_Covington-LA.html
Unique to Covington's downtown business district and a credit to our forefathers, our original town grid layout allowed for public squares in the middle of each block for the purpose of trade and commerce. Farmers would bring their oxen-laden cart…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26H0_h-j-smith-and-sons-hardware-and-museum_Covington-LA.html
Founded July 4, 1876, H.J. Smith and Sons Hardware and Museum is the oldest hardware and general store in the parish, housing unique artifacts pertaining to the history of Covington. Of note are the dugout cypress canoe and lead coffin. It is a re…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26E7_reconstruction-period_Covington-LA.html
During the Reconstruction Period, trade was still slow as the main source of land transportation was still the ox and the wagon. From the mid-1800s, the railroads were primarily used access the area's vast timber reserves, but once built, they wer…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26E6_bicentennial-covington_Covington-LA.html
Three rivers and several Indian trails converged in the area where Covington was founded. These major trade routes are what placed Covington at the center of commerce. They became the lifeline of trade and transport between points north of Lake Po…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2687_st-tammany-parish-world-war-i-memorial-a-war-memorial_Covington-LA.html
Erected and DedicatedTo The SoldiersOf World War I1920Restored 2010By St. Tammany ParishKevin Davis, Parish President.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM23VG_columbia-street_Covington-LA.html
Columbia Street meets the river at the Columbia Street Landing. It was the first place visitors saw when they arrived in Covington. It was also the last stop on land for the area's principal exports on their way to market via the Bogue Falaya Rive…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1YDE_the-southern-hotel_Covington-LA.html
At the turn of the 20th century, Covington was famous for its healthful, healing environment. Excursionists came by schooner and by rail to breathe the pine-scented air and drink the pure waters. To accommodate the many guests, Covington, like oth…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1WD7_courthouse-square-and-historic-oaks-historical_Covington-LA.html
Courthouse Square and Historic Oaks These graceful oaks were planted hundreds of years ago, predating the street plan of 1813. The WWI monument seen in the image on the right is all that remains at this site following the demolition of the old cou…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1WD1_the-covington-bank-and-trust-building-historical_Covington-LA.html
Probably the most significant economic development, not only for Covington but for the parish as a whole, was the establishment of the bank. The Covington Bank & Trust was established in these original quarters. It is the oldest commercial buildin…