Not only did we have a chance to visit with Ron’s cousin Steve, but they graciously invited us over to their home Wednesday evening so we could also visit with Connie and Rachel. They have a lovely home with a picturesque setting on a cypress filled lake. The meal, conversation and visit was wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
This was a great way to top off a day of sightseeing in Lake Charles. It’s a nice community with a lot of history. We visited the Central School built in 1912 which today houses the Arts & Humanities Council, the Mardi Gras Museum & the Black Heritage Gallery. There were several artist displays & we were really impressed with the presentation of the Mardi Gras Museum. After lunch at a downtown cafe, we went on a self guided driving tour (we should have done a walking tour) of many historic houses, some dating as far back as the 1800’s.
We also visited the Bilbo Cemetery, the oldest cemetery (c.1830) in Lake Charles with graves of over 200 of the city pioneers including the founder - Jacob Ryan.
I’ve included a few pictures. In the early 1800's it was the site of a former military outpost. I always make fun of my sister & brother-in-law who like to visit cemeteries....but they do add to the understanding of an areas history.
On-ward to San Antonio!
Hope all is well!
Joan & Ron
Just one of many exhibits at the Mardi Gras Musuem
Statue of Jesus Christ at the Bilbo Cemetery. Stands 23 feet over the resting places of early settlers.
Steve, Connie & Rachel Wieschhaus
Sunset at the Wieschhaus homestead.
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