Marquis de La Fayette: Legacy of Hero
Sep 7, 2007 - Aug 1, 2008
Lafayette Natural History Museum & Planetarium
Lafayette
This 6,000 square foot exhibition will show the Marquis de La Fayette's involvement with the emergence of democracy in America and in France. It will feature artifacts from the collections of the Musee franco-americain du Chateau de Blerancourt, Service h...
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Acadian Museum of Erath Permanent Collection
Jan 2, 2008 - Dec 31, 2008
Acadian Museum of Erath
Maurice
Specializing in the promotion of the French heritage and culture, the museum features exhibits on the deportation of the Acadians from Nova Scotia, Cajun music, Erath's history and artifacts of the Cajun and French people.
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Vivian Alexander Gallery and Museum Tours
Jan 2, 2008 - Dec 31, 2008
Vivian Alexander Gallery and Museum
Maurice
Tour the newly renovated gallery and museum of Vivian Alexander, creator of the fabulous egg purses and other collectables.
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La Table Francaise
Apr 12, 2008 - Dec 13, 2008
Vermilionville
Lafayette
Come practice your French and keep the culture alive. Held every second Saturday in Vemilionville's restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman.
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Second Saturday Flea Market
Apr 12, 2008 - Aug 9, 2008
I-10 Park
Jennings
Buy, sell, swap or trade. Food, coffee & cold drinks available. Fun for the entire family.
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To Form a More Perfect Union: the Promise, the Challenge
Apr 26, 2008 - Sep 30, 2008
Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Lafayette
This exhibition is organized by the University of Louisiana at Lafayette School of Architecture and Design around the concept of the U.S. Constitution.
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Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing
May 1, 2008 - Sep 1, 2008
Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
Opelousas
Come out & enjoy this fast-paced show of 10 races/night in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing & casino gaming. Post time approx. 6:20 p.m. (Wednesdays-Saturdays). Special holiday races on September 1st.
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EatLafayette
Jun 16, 2008 - Aug 15, 2008
Lafayette
EatLafayette is a celebration showcasing the restaurants that make Acadiana culture so appetizing. Dining enthusiasts will enjoy discounts and specials at each of the featured locations.
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Long Overdue: Book Renewal
Jun 26, 2008 - Sep 6, 2008
Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum,
Lafayette
A collaboration between the Portland Public Library and Maine College of Art. It is an exploration of modern society's relationship to books and art.
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Focus on Faculty: A 40th Anniversary Survey
Jun 26, 2008 - Dec 31, 2008
Paul and Lulu Hilliard University of Art Museum
Lafayette
A year-long exhibition that will showcase artworks by faculty from the department of Visual Arts at UL. Each month a new group of artworks will be exhibited.
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Forty Works for Forty Years
Jun 26, 2008 - Sep 6, 2008
Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Lafayette
In celebration of its 40-year evolution as an arts institution in Acadiana, the UAM presents exhibitions and collected artwork of regional and international significance. Selections will showcase a variety of objects from Egypt, Japan, France, national an...
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The Sydney & Walda Besthoff Collection Exhibit
Jun 26, 2008 - Aug 30, 2008
Opelousas Museum of Art
Opelousas
In honor of OMA's 10 Year Anniversary, the most renowned comtemporary art collection in private hands will be on display for the first time in Acadiana. The Besthoff's are best known for their unique collection of fine contemporary and photorealist art...
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Cajun Jam Sessions
Jul 5, 2008 - Dec 20, 2008
Museum Cafe
Erath
Enjoy live Cajun music and dancing in downtown Erath every other Saturday.
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New Iberia Downtown Farmer's Market
Jul 8, 2008 - Dec 30, 2008
Bouligny Plaza, Main Street
New Iberia
Local farm fresh produce from area growers.
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Eunice Market Days
Jul 9, 2008 - Nov 30, 2008
Historic Downtown
Eunice
Eunice Market Days is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists and crafters, providing a place to sell their goods directly to consumers. (Wednesdays & Saturdays)
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Rendez-Vous des Cajuns Live Music Radio Show
Jul 9, 2008 - Dec 27, 2008
Liberty Theatre
Eunice
Every Saturday Night, live music and dancing! Hosted in Cajun French, music along with discussion of Cajun culture and history.
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Zydeco Breakfast at Cafe Des Amis
Jul 12, 2008 - Dec 27, 2008
Cafe Des Amis
Breaux Bridge
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Second Saturday ArtWalk
Jul 12, 2008 - Jun 13, 2009
Downtown
Lafayette
Enjoy an evening browsing various galleries, etc. enjoy original art work pieces along with complimentary wine, hors d'oeuvres at various locations along with entertainment in the line of bands, etc.
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Crawfish Town USA Fais Do Do
Jul 12, 2008 - Dec 13, 2008
2815 Grand Point Hwy.
Henderson/Cecilia
Live Cajun/Zydeco music at the pavilion the second Saturday of every month. July - Kevin Naquin and the Ossun Playboys. Aug. & Sept. - Geno Delafose & French Rockin' Boogie. Oct. - Terry and the Zydeco Bad Boys. Nov. - TBA. Dec. - Lil' Nathan and the Zyd...
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Touchet's Jam Sessions
Jul 12, 2008 - Dec 27, 2008
Touchet's Bar, Hwy. 167
Maurice
Cajun French jam sessions featuring amateurs and professional musicians.
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