Old Town Lafayette storefront from bygone era revealed on South Public Road

During renovation work at Little Herbal Apothecary's former location at 100 E. Cleveland St. in Lafayette, workers discovered a historic storefront hidden behind decades of alterations. The building, which dates back to Lafayette's early commercial development, revealed original architectural details including vintage signage and structural elements from the early 1900s. The discovery provides a glimpse into Old Town Lafayette's commercial history and the building's transformation over more than a century. Little Herbal Apothecary, owned by Faith Rodgers, had operated from this location before relocating to a larger space at 210 S. Public Road in 2024. The historic reveal generated interest among local historians and preservation advocates, highlighting the importance of Lafayette's architectural heritage and the layers of history present in Old Town buildings.