La. Treasures: Calanthean Temple (2016)
Art Rocks!
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Art
Place Covered: Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, 32.5051979, -93.7553605
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 2016-02-13
Duration: 00:02:18
Subjects: HISTORIC PRESERVATION | Historic buildings | Architecture
Contributors:
- Fox-Smith, James Host
- Kendrick, Dorothy Producer
- Brown, Jason Interviewee
Description
This “Louisiana Treasures” segment from the February 13, 2016, episode of the series “Art Rocks!” focuses on the Calanthean Temple, the hub of the black community in Shreveport during segregation. It includes an interview with owner Jason Brown on the history of the building and his work in preserving and restoring the historic building. Host: James Fox-Smith