Developed in the 1890s, the Highland Historic District is one of the oldest and most important residential neighborhoods in Shreveport. Built on “high land” south of downtown, the district contains a wide variety of architectural styles, from Colonial Revival mansions and Queen Anne cottages to Romanesque churches and one of the finest collections of Craftsman bungalows and foursquares in the state.
Today Highland is home to an eclectic and vibrant group of residents who like to celebrate their beautiful neighborhood with events such as the Highland Holiday Tour of Homes, the Highland Jazz and Blues Fest, the Krewe of Highland Mardi Gras ball and parade, St. George’s Greek and More Festival, and other signature celebrations that just can’t be found anywhere else.
In Highland you will also find many fine churches, schools, art gallerys, restaurants, shops and nightlife that make it a destination location for people from across the Ark-la-tex. Our neighborhood is popular with local students as well, with Centenary College, NSU College of Nursing, and LSU Health Sciences Center nearby. Sprinkle in its towering trees, central location, and easy access to I-49 and I-20, and you have a recipe for one fabulous neighborhood!
The modern boundaries of Highland are commonly considered to be Stoner Avenue to the north, Youree Drive to the east, Kings Highway to the south, and Line Avenue to the west. The Fairfield Historic district, which lies to the west of the Highland district, is often considered to be part of the greater Highland neighborhood. Scenic Fairfield Avenue is one of the finest streets in the area, with many gorgeous mansions in a variety of architectural styles. Click here to see a map of Highland.