St. Peter's Cemetery - New Iberia, LA
N 30° 00.320 W 091° 49.325
15R E 613605 N 3319959
Historic St. Peter's Cemetery is located about 2 blocks from the church, and was founded in 1838.
Waymark Code: WM9N0A
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2010
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Cemetery was located about 2 blocks west of the church, off of Hwy. 182 (locally known as E. St. Peter St.). Very large and old cemetery, which features graves of local politicians and leaders.
The State Historical marker, at the front gates state:
"Established Mar. 24, 1838. Interred here are F.H. Duperier, incorporator of New Iberia. U.S. Senators Robert & Edwin Broussard, Lt. Gov. Emile Verret, James Beddell, designer of "The Shadows," & other prominent individuals."
Name of church or churchyard: St. Peter's Catholic Church
Approximate Size: Large (100+)
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