Collapse to view only § 410ccc-1. Establishment
- § 410ccc. Findings and purposes
- § 410ccc-1. Establishment
- § 410ccc-2. Administration
- § 410ccc-3. Acquisition of property
- § 410ccc-4. General management plan
§ 410ccc. Findings and purposes
(a) Findings
The Congress finds that—
(1) the Natchitoches area along Cane River, established in 1714, is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase territory;
(2) the Cane River area is the locale of the development of Creole culture, from French-Spanish interactions of the early 18th century of today’s living communities;
(3) the Cane River, historically a segment of the Red River, provided the focal point for early settlement, serving as a transportation route upon which commerce and communication reached all parts of the colony;
(4) although a number of Creole structures, sites, and landscapes exist in Louisiana and elsewhere, unlike the Cane River area, most are isolated examples, and lack original outbuilding complexes or integrity;
(5) the Cane River area includes a great variety of historical features with original elements in both rural and urban settings and a cultural landscape that represents various aspects of Creole culture, providing the base for a holistic approach to understanding the broad continuum of history within the region;
(6) the Cane River region includes the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District, composed of approximately 300 publicly and privately owned properties, four other national historic landmarks, and other structures and sites that may meet criteria for landmark significance following further study;
(7) historic preservation within the Cane River area has greatly benefitted from individuals and organizations that have strived to protect their heritage and educate others about their rich history; and
(8) because of the complexity and magnitude of preservation needs in the Cane River area, and the vital need for a culturally sensitive approach, a partnership approach is desirable for addressing the many preservation and educational needs.
(b) Purposes
The purposes of this subchapter are to—
(1) recognize the importance of the Cane River Creole culture as a nationally significant element of the cultural heritage of the United States;
(2) establish a Cane River Creole National Historical Park to serve as the focus of interpretive and educational programs on the history of the Cane River area and to assist in the preservation of certain historic sites along the river; and
(3) establish a Cane River National Heritage Area and Commission to be undertaken in partnership with the State of Louisiana, the City of Natchitoches, local communities and settlements of the Cane River area, preservation organizations, and private landowners, with full recognition that programs must fully involve the local communities and landowners.
(Pub. L. 103–449, title III, § 302, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4757.)
§ 410ccc–1. Establishment
(a) In general
(b) Area included
The historical park shall consist of lands and interests therein as follows:
(1) Lands and structures associated with the Oakland Plantation as depicted on map CARI, 80,002, dated January 1994.
(2) Lands and structures owned or acquired by Museum Contents, Inc. as depicted on map CARI, 80,001A, dated May 1994.
(3) Sites that may be the subject of cooperative agreements with the National Park Service for the purposes of historic preservation and interpretation including, but not limited to, the Melrose Plantation, the Badin-Rouge 1
1 So in original. Probably should be “Badin-Roque”.
site, the Cherokee Plantation, the Beau Fort Plantation, and sites within the Natchitoches National Historical Landmark District: Provided, That such sites may not be added to the historical park unless the Secretary of the Interior (hereinafter referred to as the “Secretary”) determines, based on further research and planning, that such sites meet the applicable criteria for national historical significance, suitability, and feasibility, and notification of the proposed addition has been transmitted to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the United States Senate and the appropriate committees of the House of Representatives.(4) Not to exceed 10 acres of land that the Secretary may designate for an interpretive visitor center complex to serve the needs of the historical park and heritage area established in part B of this subchapter.
(5) The approximately 46.1 acres of land identified as “Proposed Addition”, as generally depicted on the map entitled “Cane River Creole National Historical Park Proposed Addition—Magnolia Plantation Unit”, numbered 494/176,958, and dated October 2021.
(Pub. L. 103–449, title III, § 303, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4758; Pub. L. 117–328, div. DD, title VI, § 614, Dec. 29, 2022, 136 Stat. 5604.)
§ 410ccc–2. Administration
(a) In general
(b) Donations
(c) Interpretive center
(d) Cooperative agreements and technical assistance
(1) The Secretary, after consultation with the Cane River Heritage Area Commission 2
2 So in original. Probably should be “Cane River National Heritage Area Commission”.
established pursuant to section 410ccc–22 of this title, is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with owners of properties within the heritage area and owners of properties within the historical park that provide important educational and interpretive opportunities relating to the heritage of the Cane River region. The Secretary may also enter into cooperative agreements for the purpose of facilitating the preservation of important historic sites and structures identified in the historical park’s general management plan or other heritage elements related to the heritage of the Cane River region. Such cooperative agreements shall specify that the National Park Service shall have reasonable rights of access for operational and visitor use needs and that preservation treatments will meet the Secretary’s standards for rehabilitation of historic buildings.(2) The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with the City of Natchitoches, the State of Louisiana, and other public or private organizations for the development of the interpretive center, educational programs, and other materials that will facilitate public use of the historical park and heritage area.
(e) Research
(Pub. L. 103–449, title III, § 304, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4758.)
§ 410ccc–3. Acquisition of property
(a) General authority
(b) State and local properties
(c) Museum Contents, Inc.
(d) Cooperative agreement sites
(Pub. L. 103–449, title III, § 305, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4759.)
§ 410ccc–4. General management plan
Within 3 years after the date funds are made available therefor and in consultation with the Cane River Heritage Area Commission,1
1 So in original. Probably should be “Cane River National Heritage Area Commission,”.
the National Park Service shall prepare a general management plan for the historical park. The plan shall include, but need not be limited to—(1) a visitor use plan indicating programs and facilities that will be provided for public use, including the location and cost of an interpretive center;
(2) programs and management actions that the National Park Service will undertake cooperatively with the heritage area commission,2
2 So in original. Probably should be “Heritage Area Commission,”.
including preservation treatments for important sites, structures, objects, and research materials. Planning shall address educational media, roadway signing, and brochures that could be coordinated with the Commission pursuant to section 410ccc–23 of this title; and(3) preservation and use plans for any sites and structures that are identified for National Park Service involvement through cooperative agreements.
(Pub. L. 103–449, title III, § 306, Nov. 2, 1994, 108 Stat. 4760.)