Jackson Parish
LAGenWeb

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Jackson Parish LAGenWeb is a free genealogical site about the history of the parish. We hope you find helpful clues for your research of ancestors and relatives of Jackson Parish.

Please consider contributing your pieces of Jackson Parish family history. Corrections, updates, and additions to this site are always welcome. Our combined efforts can make this a great site for all who visit!

Parish Coordinator: Artis Harrison-Rains

State Coordinator: Marsha Bryant

PARISH FORMATION

Jackson Parish was established in 1845 from parts of Claiborne, Ouachita, and Union Parishes. It was named in honor of President Andrew Jackson. The parish seat was Vernon, but moved to Jonesboro about 1908.


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This page was last updated 10/01/2022