Sugar Kettle in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Sugar Kettle

S. Stadium Drive, LSU Campus, Baton Rouge, LA, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 30° 24' 40.8708", -91° 11' 15.0864"

Louisiana State
Historical Marker

Used by Jean Etienne de Boré in 1795 to granulate sugar from Louisiana cane for the first time, thus revolutionizing Louisiana's economy. The kettle was later bought by planter John Hill and given to Louisiana State University.

Last updated: 3/27/2016 11:13

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Sugar Kettle Historical Marker Location Map, Baton Rouge, Louisiana