Monograph I: Placenames of Jefferson Parish by Dr. Leslie G. Whitbread, published in 1977 by the Jefferson Parish Historical Commission, is a scholarly and historically significant work dedicated to exploring the origins and meanings of the place names within Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. It offers a detailed and researched perspective on the linguistic and historical landscape of the region.
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“Grand Isle on the Gulf – An Early History” aims to provide a comprehensive historical overview of the island from its beginnings up to a specific point in the past, covering its people, environment, and significant developments.
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This 91-page monograph likely provides a focused historical analysis of the foundational stages of public education in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, up to the significant turning point of the Civil War.
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The monograph “De LaBarre: Life of a French Creole Family in Louisiana” by William D. Reeves likely provides a detailed historical account of the De La Barre family, a French Creole family who lived in Louisiana.
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“The Administration of the Public Schools of Jefferson Parish Since the Civil War (1860 – 1940)” provides a detailed historical analysis of how the public school system in Jefferson Parish was managed and evolved during a crucial eighty-year period of significant social, political, and economic change in the United States..
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The “Life and Work of John McDonogh,” this monograph by William Allan, published by the Jefferson Parish Historical Commission, offers a comprehensive exploration of this important historical figure, detailing his personal journey, his significant philanthropic contributions to education and the formerly enslaved population, and his specific connections to the history of Jefferson Parish.
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“Elmwood: The Historic Archeology of a Southeastern Louisiana Plantation,” this monograph by R. Christopher Goodwin, Jill Karen Yakubik, and Cyd Heymann Goodwin offers a detailed and evidence-based reconstruction of the history of Elmwood Plantation through the lens of archaeological investigation, providing valuable insights into the lives of all those who lived and worked there.
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“Random Readings: The Jefferson Parish Yearly Review,” compiled and edited by Henry C. Bezou, is a curated collection of writings intended to provide a glimpse into the life, times, and history of Jefferson Parish, offering a diverse range of perspectives and information.
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“Gretna: A Sesquicentennial Salute” by Mary Grace Curry, Ph.D., serves as a comprehensive historical overview of Gretna, Louisiana, published to celebrate its 150th anniversary, highlighting its key historical developments, community life, and significant landmarks.
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“Historical Markers” by Msgr. Henry C. Bezou, acts as a comprehensive guide to the historical markers of Jefferson Parish up to 1987, providing descriptions, inscriptions, locations, and context to help readers understand and appreciate the local history preserved by these markers.
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