

Save the Historic Jail Building in Colfax, Louisiana


Save the Historic Jail Building in Colfax, Louisiana
The Issue
Built in the early 1800s and standing amidst a large cemetery is one of Grant Parish's oldest buildings. This old building has served Colfax in several capcities throughout its long history including jail, health unit, library and American Legion Home ....a trip by the cemetery to look at the remaining building is worth the time. It was listed in "Ripley's Believe It or Not", as the only health unit located in a cemetery. The fate of this building relies on the Mayor of Colfax and the Aderman. This truly unique and noteworthy location should be preserved and restored for future generations.

The Issue
Built in the early 1800s and standing amidst a large cemetery is one of Grant Parish's oldest buildings. This old building has served Colfax in several capcities throughout its long history including jail, health unit, library and American Legion Home ....a trip by the cemetery to look at the remaining building is worth the time. It was listed in "Ripley's Believe It or Not", as the only health unit located in a cemetery. The fate of this building relies on the Mayor of Colfax and the Aderman. This truly unique and noteworthy location should be preserved and restored for future generations.

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Petition created on November 18, 2016