From February 1st through March 11th, Acadiana Center for the Arts (AcA), in Lafayette, Louisiana, will show Hogwash, a new 6½-hour film by Zack Godshall.
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Acadiana Renaissance Féte Continues Next Two Weekends.
Celebrate the 2023 Acadiana Renaissance Féte! Come visit the Village Of Glane, where there’s something for everyone: events, shopping, food and most of all – an amazing atmosphere and experience.
2023 Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Ball Scheduled for February 4th
The Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Association is pleased to announce the 2023 Imperial Mardi Gras Ball is scheduled for Saturday, February 4th at the Delta Grand Theatre in Opelousas.
Opelousas Little Theater Presents J. A. Allen Showcase 2023!
Join us for J. A. Allen Showcase 2023! Performances continue tonight and go on until February 5, 2023. See the scheduled dates and times by clicking on the announcement.
Religious Leaders Explain Their Faiths At Museum Event
Thursday night inside the Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center representatives from three of the world’s monotheistic religions – Islam, Christianity and Judaism – explained the basic tenets of their faiths.
20th Annual Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week Set For March 20-26, 2023 in Eunice
Mark your calendars! The 20th Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week will take place March 20-26, 2023, in Eunice, Louisiana.
Festival of Words Schedules Bi-monthly Events in Grand Coteau
“DO YOU HAVE A STORY TO TELL?”The Festival of Words in Grand Coteau is looking for people who would like to share their stories–personal or historical–at the bimonthly events.
Opelousas Celebrates Legacy Of Dr. King
There was dancing and clapping to the powerful sounds of gospel music at Holy Ghost Catholic Church Monday afternoon, as speakers recalled that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., believed that dreams can be attained through togetherness.
Jacob L. Jarrell To Reign as 2023 King Imperial IV
The Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Association is pleased to announce who will reign over our 2023 Mardi Gras Festivities as King Imperial IV, Mr. Jacob L. Jarrell.
Judge Ledricka Johnson Thierry To Reign As Queen Lily IV.
The Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Association is pleased to announce who will reign over our 2023 Mardi Gras Festivities as Queen Lily IV, Judge Ledricka Johnson Thierry.
STORY EXCHANGE at Opelousas Museum
On Saturday, January 21, you are invited to the Opelousas Museum to participate in a Story Exchange that centers on faith.
NUNU Arts and Culture Collective Plans Exciting Year
2023 will be an exciting year at NUNU Arts and Culture Collective.
Corridor des Arts January 2023 Events and Activities
Whether you live here in Acadiana or you are coming in from someplace else, there are plenty of places to see and things to do along Corridor des Arts.
A Little Louisiana History – How Louisiana Became Spanish in 1762
The Historic New Orleans Collection continues its “Exhibition Shortcuts” YouTube series with a video that explores the factors that brought Louisiana under Spanish control.
EUNICE CHRISTMAS PARADE OF LIGHTS
The Eunice Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its annual Christmas Parade of Lights, taking place on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at 6 PM.
Opelousas Little Theater Announces Additional Auditions
ADDITIONAL AUDITIONS are set for Acadiana’s longest running theatrical variety show!
Artists Use Creativity To Impact Lives
Although they both have fulltime occupations, two emerging Opelousas-area artists say entering their respective worlds of creativity often brings them fulfillment while knowing that somehow, the artwork affects the lives of others.
Children’s Christmas Parade Rolls Through Downtown Opelousas This Evening – December 8, 2022 at 6PM
Downtown Opelousas – Children’s Christmas Parade – This evening at 6PM. – December 8, 2022.
NUNU Enters Evangeline Downs Wreath of Hope Contest
A finished wreath, shaped and decorated by more than 15 NUNU Arts and Culture Collective members, has been entered into the Evangeline Downs Christmas Wreath of Hope contest.
Preservationists Seek Help For Prudhomme Home Repairs
The Preservationists of St. Landry Inc., are seeking ways to fund several critical projects that group members hope will help maintain the condition of the 200-year-old Michel Prudhomme Home in Opelousas.
Emerging Artists Appear At Opelousas Museum
On Monday, December 5, the Opelousas Museum presents an exhibit by emerging artists Ke’Shawn Collins and Ilea McGee. The reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Opelousas Museum, 315 N Main St, Opelousas. Come by to enjoy a vast display of paintings by these highly talented, up and coming artists. Refreshments Read More…
Dexter Ardoin Leads Next Zydeco Capital Jam
Master accordionist Dexter Ardoin leads the Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center, I-49 exit 23, in Opelousas.
Reception Set For Emerging Artist Ke’Shawn Collins
On Monday, December 5, the Opelousas Museum presents an exhibit by emerging artist Ke’Shawn Collins. The reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Opelousas Museum, 315 N Main St, Opelousas.
New Interpretive Signage and Digital Enhancements for Le Vieux Village Historic Attraction
New interpretive signage at Le Vieux, will help create a more enhanced experience for visitors.
Tommy McLain brings Louisiana swamp pop to James Corden
Louisiana music hero and swamp pop pioneer Tommy McLain celebrated his first new album in 40+ years with an epic slice of bayou balladry on The Late Late Show with James Corden last night.
Washington Cemetery Foundation Presents “Visiting The Past”
Scheduled for next Saturday, October 29, 2022, “Visiting The Past” is an outdoor event at Washington Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hebrew Rest Cemetery and the Old Church Landing Cemetery, in the historic steamboat town of Washington, LA. The event begins at 9:30am and continued until 12:00 noon.
Festival of Words is Live 2022 in Grand Coteau
The Festival of Words celebrates another year with three amazing artists and two days of memorable events–live!
New Book Focuses on Traditional Healing in South Louisiana
The Acadian Museum of Erath is very pleased to announce that the long awaited book Healing Traditions of South Louisiana by Mary B. Perrin and Beverly Fuselier will be released to the public on Wednesday, October 19th at 10 am, at the French Quarter Visitor Center for Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve, 419 Decatur St., New Orleans, Louisiana.
Saint Luc Centre Storytelling Competition Held Today in Arnaudville
Saint Luc Centre Storytelling Competition Held Today in Arnaudville, Photo Gallery by Valli Soileau – St Landry Chamber of Commerce
Louisiana Author Ruth Laney’s New Book Set to Be Released
The book Cherie Quarters: The Place and the People That Inspired Ernest J. Gaines by Louisiana author Ruth Laney is set to be released on October 19, 2022
October 2022 News and Events From NUNU Arts and Culture Collective
October 2022 Events and Activities from NuNu’s in Arnaudville, LA.
“Land of Misfit Toys” Accepting Applications Through Oct. 9
Artists seeking to participate in the upcoming “Introspection – Land of Misfit Toys” exhibit have through Sunday, Oct. 9 to submit their applications. This exhibits extends an open call to artists 18+. all mediums invited.
Opelousas Little Theater Production of The Beverly Hillbillies Continues
For those who are looking for some good local, family entertainment, tickets are still available for the Opelousas Little Theater upcoming performances of the Beverly Hillbillies.
St Landry Catholic Church Cemetery Tour – 2022
The 20th annual St. Landry Catholic Church Cemetery Tour in Opelousas, LA is set for October 8, 9, 15 and 16 in 2022.
Fall Fêtes on the Corridor – October Events
Whether you live here in Acadiana or you are driving in from someplace else. there are plenty of things to celebrate along Corridor des Arts.
Opelousas Museum Asking For Artifacts To Help With New Exhibit
Do you have fascinating historical items that you would like to share with the community?
Blown Away At The Bayou Set for October 20-23 in Sunset
Love of People Nonprofit is happy to help promote an upcoming World Class Harmonica Summit, happening October 20th-October 23rd in Sunset, LA.
Candlelight Vigil to be Held September 28, 2022 in Opelousas, LA
The deadliest instance of racial violence during the Reconstruction period “the Opelousas massacre” is little remembered today, where hundreds African-Americans died, killed by lynch mobs in an effort to suppress voters turnout.
Wildlife in St. Landry – The Louisiana Black Bear
St. Landry Wildlife by Berchman Soileau
According to the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Louisiana’s official state mammal, the Louisiana black bear is also the state’s most recent conservation success story.
Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center Opened in Opelousas Thirty Years Ago
The Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center opened in what was called the Sibille Building on Main Street thirty years ago this month, on September 18-19-20th, 1992.
