Celebrating a Night at the Museum: Bayou Teche Museum Gala Fundraiser

Family at Bayou Teche Museum

The New Iberia Museum Foundation, First Horizon Foundation, Brown & Brown Insurance, and Delaune’s Pharmacy are proud to present Celebrating a Night at the Museum, an elegant gala fundraiser to be held on Thurs., Feb. 12, at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Bayou Teche Museum (131 E. Main St.), the Sliman […]

1st International War Correspondent Lecture at Shadows-on-the-Teche

Xian Maynor Headshot

Shadows-on-the-Teche Presents: William Howard Russell, 1st International War Correspondent The Shadows-on-the-Teche invites you to explore the journalistic endeavors of William Howard Russell, the Irish journalist who navigated a war-torn United States from 1861-1862. On Thurs., Feb. 5, Xian Maynor will journey into the harrowing world of 1860s America to discover how the father of war […]

2026 Great Southern Writer Announced!

Rick Bragg headshot

Books Along the Teche Literary Festival Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary with Great Southern Writer Rick Bragg The Books Along the Teche Literary Festival (April 10 – 12) marks a major milestone as it celebrates its 10th anniversary with Pulitzer Prize–winning author Rick Bragg as the featured Great Southern Writer. Bragg, known for his lyrical storytelling […]

Kinder Morgan, Inc. Donation to Shadows-on-the-Teche

Shadows-on-the Teche Plantation Home & Gardens - people walking in front of home

The Shadows-on-the-Teche is pleased to announce a generous $5,000 donation from Kinder Morgan, Inc. in support of the site’s general operations. This partnership will help the Shadows and its staff continue their mission-driven work of sharing a more complete and inclusive history of the site with visitors from across the region and beyond, while engaging […]

Fresh Faces Exhibit Continues

Art Piece painted by Maebeth

A & E Gallery/Paul Schexnayder Studio (335 West St Peter St., New Iberia) will host a reception showcasing the work of artist Maebeth on Thurs., Jan. 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. This event is part of the gallery’s celebrated Fresh Faces art series, dedicated to introducing new and innovative artists to the community. Guests will enjoy […]

Mama’s Fried Chicken Expanding into New Iberia

Mama's Fried Chicken Basket

Mama’s Fried Chicken, the beloved eatery known for fried chicken and Southern fare in the heart of Opelousas, will expand to New Iberia. The expansion brings additional opportunities to enjoy Mama’s outside of Opelousas, with supporters long calling for more access to the well-known establishment. “We are committed to bring Mama’s Southern hospitality to more […]

Become a Friend of the Shadows

Front exterior of Shadows on the Teche

At Shadows-on-the-Teche, history is not just preserved, it is brought to life every day through storytelling, community events, and educational programs that foster honest reflection and connection. As the site enters a new fiscal year, they invite you to become a member of the Shadows to help sustain this vital work. A membership supports more than the […]

Journalism in a Changing Age Lecture

Shadows-on-the Teche Plantation Home & Gardens - people walking in front of home

The Shadows-on-the-Teche invites the public to a panel discussion with veteran journalists Cheryl Devall (KRVS), Jim Hummel (KADN), and Jan Risher (The Advocate) on Sat., Jan. 10. The veteran journalists will explore how journalism has evolved over the course of their careers. Devall, Hummel, and Risher will discuss the fast-paced news cycle, the influence of […]

International French Bread Festival 2025

3rd International French Bread Festival in Jeanerette 2025 flyer

The International French Bread Festival is proud to announce that Zydeco superstar Chris Ardoin will headline the festival’s 3rd anniversary on Sat., Dec. 20, under the Main Street Pavilion (1630 Main St., Jeanerette). This year’s festival brings the magic of the holidays to Main Street, honoring Louisiana’s 127th designated Cultural District, the Jeanerette Railroad Avenue […]

Holiday Cheer at A & E Gallery/Paul Schexnayder Studio

A&E Gallery attendees at Christmas party

A & E Gallery/Paul Schexnayder Studio (335 West St Peter St., New Iberia) will host a free Christmas Party Open House on Thurs., Dec. 11, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy live music by The Ditch Crickets during a special artist meet-and-greet! Guests can take advantage of 25% off select gallery items while sampling […]