Gretna Green Blacksmith Shop - Gretna, Louisiana
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Big B Bob
N 29° 55.128 W 090° 03.762
15R E 783589 N 3313415
A blacksmith shop where marriages are forged.
Waymark Code: WM7H97
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 10/26/2009
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The Gretna Green Blacksmith Shop commemorates all blacksmith shops that were active during the 1800s. One can enjoy the artistry of the blacksmith as he demonstrates his craft.
It is, however, a scheduled activity for group tours only. The public may enjoy this demonstration during the Spring Tour of Homes (by admission)
Weddings, or reaffirmation’s of weddings and anniversaries, are performed over the anvil. Then the blacksmith seals the couple’s vows on the anvil in the centuries old tradition and ceremony of Gretna’s namesake, Gretna Green, Scotland, world famous for its Runaway Marriages since 1753. Similarly, Gretna, Louisiana, was famous for "quickie" marriages across the river from New Orleans.
The William D. White House, an 1840s historic Creole cottage, In the blacksmith shop’s front yard, is available for receptions.
Operating Status: Re-creation / Educational
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Address:
Gretna Green Blacksmith Shop
205 Lafayette Street
Gretna, Louisiana USA
70054
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