Excelsior (Oak Ridge, Louisiana)

Excelsior is a historic house located at 317 North Oak Street in Oak Ridge, Louisiana, built in 1869. This Italianate cottage, set amidst picturesque delta cotton fields, showcases architectural features typical of the style, including a five-bay design and gable-fronted sections. It was expanded over the years and operated as the Excelsior Hotel in 1880. The property was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989, along with five other contributing buildings, making it a notable site for tourists and researchers interested in Louisiana's rich history.