Amede Ardoin, a French-speaking Creole music pioneer, can be likened to the rock stars of our generation. His legacy is steeped in …
Unearthing the Louisiana Mastodon
It's hard to imagine a time when giant elephant-like mastodon were roaming the prairies of southern Louisiana. But the bones of …
Blue Monday in Lafayette
Once each month, musicians come together to play for a purpose at the Blue Monday Jam in Lafayette, Louisiana. These Blue Monday …
Bird Sounds at Sherburne
Hearing bird sounds at the Sherburne Wildlife Management Area in the Atchafalaya Swamp was a reminder that spring is not far away. …
Swamp Pop – Let’s Dance
Swamp Pop was the name given to the South Louisiana Rock N Roll music that filled the airwaves and the local dance halls in the …
Bourrè
A good cajun bet Cajuns have played bourrè, a popular south Louisiana card game, for generations. And if you end up with a bad …
Lafayette Farmers Market
The Lafayette Farmers Market features locally grown foods along with South Louisiana arts and crafts. Best of all, you can shop, …
Cajun Accordion Master
A handcrafted Cajun accordion is a must for anyone serious about playing the popular south Louisiana music. When Larry Miller …
Acadian Memorial
The Acadian Memorial in St. Martinville has become something of a pilgrimage for people who have a family connection to …
Traditional Music
Students at the University of Louisiana Lafayette are able to learn to play and sing Cajun and Creole songs and earn a degree in …