29 Jul 2022

Visiting the Past

2024-08-23T15:14:07-05:00

Visit the past at one of the oldest towns in Louisiana’s historic cemetery, Cedar Hill Cemetery in Washington. After the Yellow Fever epidemic of the 1850’s, additional space was needed for the people of Washington to bury their dead. This was how Cedar Hill Cemetery came to be. Both this cemetery and the town’s older one were for people who lived in the area without regard for creed or race.

People who attend this event on October 26th from 5:30pm-6:30pm can visit the past while walking through the beautiful grounds with a candle-lighting and choir performance.

Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington, Louisiana
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington, Louisiana
Cedar Hill Cemetery, Washington, Louisiana
Visiting the Past2024-08-23T15:14:07-05:00
24 Jun 2022

Le Pinceau Français

2022-07-08T16:29:28-05:00

Join artist Cynthia Alleman in Arnaudville, Louisiana for step-by-step painting instruction introducing French vocabulary and expressions while you sip your favorite drink. Tickets include all paint supplies, brushes, aprons, and easels. Students bring their beverages and snacks of their choice.

Tickets are $40. Register soon because space is limited. No previous art or French experience is necessary.

Individual classes for August 2022 (La grègue):

August 4th, 6-8 PM
August 17th, 9-11 AM
August 18th, 6-8 PM

Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Opelousas -Sunrise/Saint Luc Satellite Club

For more information contact: Cynthia Alleman at cynalleman@gmail.com or 337-298-4484.

Le Pinceau Français2022-07-08T16:29:28-05:00
20 May 2022

Exposition of Sacred Relics

2022-05-20T13:26:10-05:00

Experience a teaching and exposition of Sacred Relics at St. Landry Catholic Church in Opelousas, Louisiana. Over 150 relics will be shown, some as old as 2,000 years. Among the treasures will be relics of the Twelve Apostles, St. Joseph, St. Maria Goretti, St. John the Baptist, St. Thérèse of Lisieux, St. Faustina Kowalska, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, and St. Joan of Arc.

There will also be a fragment of the Veil that belonged to Our Lady and some of the largest remaining pieces of the Wood of the True Cross in the world.

Presented by Fr. Carlos Martins of the Companions of the Cross.

See www.treasuresofthechurch.com for more info.

Exposition of Sacred Relics2022-05-20T13:26:10-05:00
20 Apr 2022

Blackpot Camp

2024-11-20T13:43:21-06:00

Even as an adult you can still have a good time at camp in Eunice, Louisiana. At Blackpot Camp, work with professional, award-winning musicians from across the U.S. Activities for campers include Cajun fiddle, accordion, guitar, songwriting, and so much more. Participants will also try their hand at Cajun cooking, taught by locals in a hands-on working environment.

It’s not all workshops at Blackpot Camp. Every night, campers take a break from lessons for a music concert in the barn-turned dancehall. Overall, the camp has a loose, festive atmosphere that encourages extracurricular jamming and sharing of experiences among campers from all places and backgrounds. If you’ve never tried to Cajun waltz or square dance, now is the time to take your cue from experienced instructors. All of the activities are in the spirit of fun! Create unforgettable memories with interactive experiences among other lovers of Cajun and roots music.

Blackpot Camp takes place the last week of October on the beautiful, secluded grounds of Lakeview Park & Beach. There’s plenty of space for an RV in addition to cabins and room for tent camping. Admission for this event varies. You can learn more at BlackpotCamp.com. Be sure to also look into their volunteer program.

P.S. – You don’t need to be a camper to attend dances in the barn. There’s general admission so anyone can join the fun! Dances take place in the evening. Contact Lakeview Park & Beach for evening event details.

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Black Pot Camp in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach
Black Pot Camp in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach
Black Pot Camp in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach
Blackpot Camp2024-11-20T13:43:21-06:00
7 Apr 2022

Opelousas Museum 30th Anniversary

2022-04-22T12:49:03-05:00

On Tuesday, April 26, stop by to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center. There will be cake and beverages to enjoy among the intriguing collection of artifacts and photos.

To much fanfare, the museum opened in April 1992 under the administration of Mayor John Joseph. A forward-thinking team of residents championed the effort that involved extensive fundraising for a dream. Professional historians, exhibit designers, and other consultants helped create beautiful displays to showcase the history and culture of Opelousas.

Exhibits cover prehistory, agriculture, home and family, business, music, and food. One room is dedicated to the Civil War, and two rooms house the Geraldine Smith Welch Doll Collection of over 400 dolls. The Rod Milburn exhibit holds memorabilia of the Olympic Gold Medalist. The museum also holds the Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival Archives Louisiana and Video Collection.

Opelousas Museum 30th Anniversary2022-04-22T12:49:03-05:00
1 Apr 2022

Socrates Café

2024-02-22T14:18:25-06:00

NUNU’s Arts & Culture Collective in Arnaudville continues to be a driver for arts and education in the area. It’s the only place in Acadiana where you can meet and discuss in a public setting using the Socratic method. Moderators are present to direct the conversation and all people and thoughts are invited. Join in on the conversation to share invigorating conversation and a great cup of coffee.

This event takes place every 3rd Sunday of the month from 2pm-4pm.

Socrates Café2024-02-22T14:18:25-06:00
1 Apr 2022

Clovis Crawfish’s Platinum Birthday

2022-04-01T10:59:56-05:00

On April 9th at the Eunice Depot Museum in Downtown Eunice, Louisiana, beloved literary character, Clovis Crawfish, is celebrating his Platinum Birthday Party. Gather around the Clovis Crawfish Statue with Julie Fontenot Landry. She’s the daughter of the Cajun Country literary icon and creator of Clovis, Mary Alice Fontenot.

Visit the museum and learn about the history of this musical town. There’s a lot to see in the old train depot. You should stick around after the event. There’s so much to explore in downtown including shopping boutiques, restaurants, and more.

Children of all ages are invited to attend. For more information contact the Eunice Depot Museum at 337-457-6540.

Clovis Crawfish’s Platinum Birthday2022-04-01T10:59:56-05:00
31 Mar 2022

La Table Kreyol

2024-02-22T14:44:28-06:00

The NUNU Arts & Culture Collective in Arnaudville hosts La Table Kreyol, a heritage language round table. Every second Saturday of the month at 2pm, join Herbert Wiltz as he leads a casual conversation in Louisiana Creole. This event is available in person or via zoom. Complimentary coffee is available for those who join in person.

This event is made possible in partnership with the Diversity Initiative for Cultural Inclusion, Saint LUC French Immersion Cultural Campus, C.R.E.O.L.E., Inc, and Acadiana Open Channel (AOC).

La Table Kreyol2024-02-22T14:44:28-06:00
31 Mar 2022

Saturdays at the Museum

2022-12-09T16:05:03-06:00

The Washington Museum & Tourist Center is open and ready for business.  On select Saturdays, they will spotlight cultural touchstones in the community ranging from musicians to artists and craftsmen.

On September 17th, at 10am, the Town of Washington Museum will be having Mr. Howard Ware as its guest speaker. Mr. Ware was a star athlete at Paul L. Dunbar High School, who went on to become the head coach of track and field at a university in Austin, Texas. He was also the founder, and president of the Austin Striders Track Club, where he trained and developed youth to compete in track and field events.

Stay tuned for more events to come! Call the museum at 337-826-3626 for more information.

Saturdays at the Museum2022-12-09T16:05:03-06:00
29 Mar 2022

LA Folk Roots Kids Camp

2025-06-13T14:36:50-05:00

Folk Roots Kids Camp brings together an unparalleled team of gifted artist instructors for a fun-filled week. Kids ages 8-14 can participate in music, crafts, singing, and special activities. The registration fee includes all activities, snacks, and a camp T-shirt. Lunch for the week may be added to the registration fee.

Kids Camp is open to all levels of young musicians. Just bring a guitar, a fiddle, or a 10-button diatonic accordion in the key of C, and we’ll fill the days with music classes, band labs, singing, dancing, crafts, cuisine, and fun educational activities. Instrument rental is available through local music stores.

The camp on June 23-27 is taking place at Le Vieux Village in Opelousas each day from 9am-4pm with registration at $250. There’s another week of the camp taking place in Eunice at LSUE on July 21-25. You can find more information here.

LA Folk Roots Kids Camp2025-06-13T14:36:50-05:00

St. Landry Parish Visitor Center
Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm

337.948.8004
978 Kennerson Road (I-49 exit 23)
P.O. Box 1415 • Opelousas, LA 70570

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