Cannes Brulees (Burnt Canes)

Cannes Brulees (Burnt Canes)

Significance:

The marker commemorates the historical name “Cannes Brûlées” (Burnt Canes) for the zone located between the Chapitoulas Concession and the Demeaux Concession, approximately five leagues (roughly 15 miles) above New Orleans along the Mississippi River. This name was in use from 1708 to 1819, during French, Spanish, and American rule. The marker notes that this historical area is the site of present-day Kenner. Its significance lies in:

• Preserving a historical place name: It documents an early name used for the area that is now Kenner, reflecting the linguistic and cultural influences of the French and Spanish colonial periods.   
• Highlighting early land divisions: It references the Chapitoulas and Demeaux Concessions, which were early land grants and important markers in the settlement and organization of the Louisiana colony.
• Tracing historical continuity: It shows the evolution of the area’s name over different periods of rule (French, Spanish, and American), demonstrating its continuous habitation and recognition.
• Connecting the past to the present: It explicitly states that the historical area of Cannes Brûlées is the location of modern-day Kenner, providing a link between the current city and its colonial origins.