Bolton High School, high school in Alexandria, Rapides Parish, Louisiana
Bolton High School is a school in Alexandria, Louisiana, built in the classical style of the early 1900s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The three-story stone building with decorative entrance details was completed in 1926 and sits on about 4.5 acres, featuring a large auditorium at the rear for events and gatherings.
The school was founded in 1915 and the building was completed in 1926 by architects from New Orleans in classical style. Originally serving only white students during segregation, it now operates as Bolton Academy, a magnet school focusing on academics and arts for students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12.
The school's name comes from the local area and is familiar to many residents in Alexandria. Its classical stone building with detailed entrances stands as a recognizable landmark that defines the character of the neighborhood.
The building sits on a large property near other important city sites and is easy to spot when visiting the area. Its classical design and prominent location make it a familiar landmark for residents giving directions to visitors.
A notable event was a tornado in 1957 that caused a power outage near the building and interrupted a scheduled performance of the opera Madame Butterfly. The school also produced notable graduates including a NASA astronaut and a chief justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
