National Historic Register Assessment

These two paragraphs highlight further information detailing the materials and construction of the homes. Of particularly important note are two portions. First is the detail that states, "All are of frame construction with wide drop siding on the facade, interior chimneys, and exposed beams on the gallery and interior." Second is the additional detail that "[t]he only known historic map of the plantation is the Mississippi River Commission map of 1876, which shows twenty-two cabins in the same configuration and location."

The first point is noteworthy in part because an outside source responsible for giving historic landmark status recognizes the timber frame style of construction, and notices it across all twenty-two of the homes. This bolsters my own point because while I personally have expertise and can recognize this myself, having an outside source do the same shows in an official, government document that these homes were constructed with some serious skill. The second point is important because it reveals the longevity of these homes, remaining in the same configuration and location for well over a century, showing the building skill to have these homes stand not only the test of time, but also the terrible weather and storms that are so prevalent in south Louisiana.