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National Park Service withdraws Black community in Louisiana from historic landmark consideration

  • The National Park Service withdrew the Great River Road from National Historic Landmark consideration at the request of state officials, who view it as beneficial for economic development.
  • Community groups oppose the decision, stating it undermines efforts to preserve the area's cultural heritage.
  • Aurelia S. Giacometto stated that the decision removes federal oversight and allows states to better manage local interests concerning air, water, and industry development.
  • Community organizations criticized the decision, stating it undermines efforts to preserve African American cultural legacies and promoting history could enhance the local economy.
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National Park Service withdraws Black community in Louisiana from historic landmark consideration New Orleans CityBusiness

A Louisiana landscape of centuries-old sugar cane plantations and enduring Afro-Creole culture along the Mississippi River had been eligible for receiving rare federal protection following a multi-year review by the National Park Service. But this month, the agency withdrew the 11-mile (18-kilometer) stretch of land known as Great River Road from consideration for National Historic Landmark designation at the request of state officials, who cele…

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National Park Service withdraws Black community in Louisiana from historic landmark consideration

A Louisiana landscape where centuries-old sugar cane plantations and Afro-Creole culture remain preserved along the Mississippi River will no longer be eligible for consideration for federal recognition following a request

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Why this Louisiana stretch will no longer be considered for historic protection

A Louisiana landscape of centuries-old sugar cane plantations and enduring Afro-Creole culture along the Mississippi River had been eligible for receiving rare federal protection following a multiyear review by the National Park Service. But this month, the agency withdrew the 11-mile stretch of land known as Great River Road from consideration for National Historic Landmark designation at the request of state officials, who celebrated the move …

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