Hardships Caused by Fires, Inadequate Finances, and Equipment
ACADIA BAPTIST ACADEMY
1917 - 1973
The Acadia Baptist Academy once occupied these
buildings and grounds. The school was founded in
1917 by Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church and
the Southern Baptist Home Church. Its
purpose was to provide Christian education
and training for individuals involved in ministry. In
1922 the control was transferred to the Louisiana
Baptist Convention. Hardships caused by fires,
inadequate finances and equipment did
not deter the Academy from accomplishing its
mission. The school closed in 1973, succumbing to
financial pressure and changing times.
Submitted by @alwaysreadtheplaque.