OCTOBER NEWSLETTER, 2026EVENTS: History, Art and CultureTuesday, Oct. 66– 8 p.m.Artist Roundup with ACAAcA’s Artist Roundups gather together artists and creatives for a casual night of making connections while also making art. This time we’re taking Artist Roundup on the road with a pop up session at the Opelousas Museum. Featured artist, Jawana D’Avy.The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided.Learn more HERE.Wednesday, Oct. 76– 8 p.m.join us at the Opelousas Museum for an open forum about dance hall life in and around Opelousas.The evening opens with a conversation between Herman Fuselier and Michael Broussard about the role dance halls played in local communities. The floor then opens to attendees to share their own experiences and knowledge of dance halls. Whether it’s Slim’s Y-Ki-Ki, Bradford’s White Eagle, or beyond, we invite you to share memories and thoughts on why these venues were and continue to be important in people’s lives.Learn more HERE.MORE EVENTS!Nov. 9: “Thinking Big” Public Art Project Billboard Ribbon Cutting– Hernet Hill 1 p.m. at Sonny’s Audio, Opelousas.Nov. 11: The Opelousas Veterans Day Program 2026. 1–2:30 p.m.Dec. 5: Ishak People & Language Jeffrey Darensbourg 1–3 P.M.More here: https://opelousasmuseum.org/events/GAIN POPULARITY AND FULFILLMENT: BECOME A VOLUNTEER OR SPONSOR!VOLUNTEERS are needed for a variety of tasks such as welcoming guests, doing clerical work and documenting artifacts. We can arrange hours that work best for you. Museum work is enjoyable for retirees, great experience for students and is engaging for anyone who likes to learn.SPONSORS: You can help the Opelousas Museum by sponsoring a special exhibit, event orcelebration through a financial or in-kind donation. We appreciate help for refreshments, equipment or other needs. We will thank you by including your name or business name on this newsletter and in social media–your number of admirers will increase!OPELOUSAS MUSEUM315 N. Main St., Opelousas, LA 70570337-948-2589; museum@cityofopelousas.comHOURS: M–FRI 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.1st & 3rd Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
OCTOBER NEWSLETTER, 2026EVENTS: History, Art and Culture
Tuesday, Oct. 66– 8 p.m.Artist Roundup with ACAAcA’s Artist Roundups gather together artists and creatives for a casual night of making connections while also making art. This time we’re taking Artist Roundup on the road with a pop up session at the Opelousas Museum. Featured artist, Jawana D’Avy.The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided.Learn more HERE.
Wednesday, Oct. 76– 8 p.m.join us at the Opelousas Museum for an open forum about dance hall life in and around Opelousas.The evening opens with a conversation between Herman Fuselier and Michael Broussard about the role dance halls played in local communities. The floor then opens to attendees to share their own experiences and knowledge of dance halls. Whether it’s Slim’s Y-Ki-Ki, Bradford’s White Eagle, or beyond, we invite you to share memories and thoughts on why these venues were and continue to be important in people’s lives.Learn more HERE.
MORE EVENTS!
Nov. 9: “Thinking Big” Public Art Project Billboard Ribbon Cutting– Hernet Hill 1 p.m. at Sonny’s Audio, Opelousas.Nov. 11: The Opelousas Veterans Day Program 2026. 1–2:30 p.m. Dec. 5: Ishak People & Language Jeffrey Darensbourg 1–3 P.M.More here: https://opelousasmuseum.org/
OPELOUSAS MUSEUM315 N. Main St., Opelousas, LA 70570337-948-2589; museum@cityofopelousas.comHOURS: M–FRI 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.1st & 3rd Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
