Layton Castle

We don’t see many bunnies on the property…and the naked ladies (spider lilies) are starting to pop

Adam's Needle Yucca (Yucca filamentosa)

Isaac Henry Bry immigrated to America from Geneva, Switzerland in 1801 and arrived in Ouachita Parish in 1803, the year of the Louisiana Purchase, where he fell in love with the land. In 1814, he built the original raised cottage that would become the heart of what is now Layton Castle. A prominent figure in the region, Bry was deeply woven into Monroe's early history: he helped secure the city's modern name, "Monroe," and served as one of the signers and authors of the Louisiana Constitution.
To learn more about Bry, visit the history page on our website (laytoncastle.com).

From 1814 to 1915, Layton Castle underwent many renovations and additions. To this day, our family thoughtfully works to preserve history while making improvements so the castle is comfortable for visitors and residents.
Pictures in order: 1814 raised Louisiana cottage, 1860 addition for the New Orleans family, 1908-1910 castle structure - east side, under construction - west side, Layton Castle today.

The City of Monroe has extended the deadline to submit bids on the rehabilitation of the 1926 G.B. Cooley House until August 20th.

More information for contractors interested in submitting a bid at: https://qcpi.questcdn.com/cdn/posting/?projType=all&provider=6595685&group=6595685&fbclid=IwY2xjawTivh5wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMU52RE9HUHp6V0ZsYmo3a0FzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeSkrwxpAijGBGNvW4t7aaqil4dg6BZ-DUDrjYnbesRubf8H9ato7ADRAt2b0_aem_2obRKJCnUuyilYr806ij_w

There are some amazing photo opportunities when you get married at a castle...
Photos by (in order):
- Sarah Barber Photography
- Sassafras Photography LLC
- ’s Photography
- Brenn Photography
- 's Photography