Location

Directions

* Take the LAFAYETTE(LA-23) exit
* Continue on WESTBANK EXPY
* Turn Right on LAFAYETTE ST
* Turn Left on 5TH ST
* Turn Right on HUEY P LONG AVE
* Turn Right on 2ND ST
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Historic Gretna, Louisiana

The first name for Gretna was "Mechanikham." It became a city in 1913. There is a large historic districts with many well-preserved 19th century homes in the traditional Louisiana style. The founding of Gretna was in the 1800's. The incorporation date of Gretna is 1913.