A Busy Stop in Monroe, LA
Packed Days with Monroe Moments
Stepping Back in Time!
While wandering through downtown, Monrie’s varied history comes alive. The beautiful buildings remind us of a rich past. The Art Deco Francis Hotel is reused as a senior living facility. The historic J.S. Bloch Building, a saloon in its heyday, houses the Cotton Restaurant today. The oldest public building is the old clerk’s office, built in the early 1800s by Fort Miro’s founder.
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Our journey also took us to the twin sister, Downtown West Monroe, known as “Antique Alley.” In the 1980ties, the local community restored the downtown’s original character and maintained the district’s charm. Today, this Cotton Port Historic District is a designated National Register Historic District, with well-preserved antique shops, boutiques, and art galleries in charming historic buildings.
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On my last walk, I was surprised to be asked, “Are you okay, ma’am’?” My reply, “Just getting my daily steps in!” was met with a friendly, “Ah, exercising, good for you!”
After I returned to the hotel, we packed our last items, and just a few minutes before check-out, we hit the road for Hot Springs, Arkansas.
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DateS
Saturday, May 4, 2024 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Distance
on average
2.4 miles
Moving Time
on average
0:49 hours
WEATHER
Sunny & Humid!