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The Shreveport Water Works Museum is housed in what used to be the McNeill Street Pumping Station. The site is unique in the fact that it is both a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark and a National Historic Landmark. The Pumping Station was established in 1887 as the first water plant in the city. The complete plant, including all of the filters and pumps, still remains in place today after over one hundred years of being in service. It serves as a rare intact example of a steam water works. Visitors can explore the museum on their own or with a guide.

142 N Common St, Shreveport, LA 71101, Phone: 318-221-3388

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