Nelson House (Lake Providence, Louisiana)

The Nelson House, once a prominent Queen Anne-style mansion in Lake Providence, Louisiana, was notable for its large turret and unique architectural features, including semi-octagonal bays and a Colonial Revival-style gallery. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, it represented a rare example of grand Queen Anne architecture in a region typically characterized by more modest designs. Unfortunately, the house no longer exists, having disappeared between 1980 and 1996, but it remains a point of interest for those exploring the history of Louisiana's architectural heritage.