Knit Your Bit for Veterans

colorful yarn and knitting needles

The Shadows-on-the-Teche challenges Iberia Parish to knit or crochet scarves for local veterans as it kicks off its next program series, Fashion Through the Ages, a season-long look at the craft, history, and meaning of textiles. Participants can find inspiring patterns on The Shadows’ website or create their own designs. From August 1 through November […]

Family Lantern Workshop at Shadows

colored lanterns decorated with rope and lighted interior. example of lanterns for Shadows program

The Shadows-on-the-Teche invites families to design and create their own paper lanterns at “Light Your Own Path,” an educational program on Sat., July 18, from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Shadows Visitor Center (320 E. Main Street, New Iberia). The program is suitable for all ages: older children can craft their own lanterns, while […]

Don’t Miss the Music: Golden Balcony Talent Show

White balcony decorated with golden microphone and gold bunting for Golden Balcony talent show

UPDATE 7-6-26: Event has unfortunately been cancelled by the planners.   New Iberia Beneath the Balconies proudly presents the Golden Balcony talent show on Sat., Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. at the Sliman Theatre (129 E. Main St., New Iberia). The event is open to the public and cost is $15 at the door to […]

Love Defined Performance for Black History Month

Loved Defined flyer

Books Along the Teche Literary Festival & The Iberia African American Historical Society Present Performance for Black History Month The Books Along the Teche Literary Festival (April 10 – 12), in partnership with the Iberia African American Historical Society, invites the community to a special Black History Month performance of Love Defined on Sat., Feb. 21, from 1 […]

Shadows-on-the-Teche Presents: Spring Arts & Craft Fair

Vendor at Shadows Arts & Craft Fair

Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to celebrate spring? Join the Shadows-on-the-Teche at their Spring Arts and Crafts Fair on Sat., March 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the stunning gardens of the home, located in the heart of downtown New Iberia (317 East Main St.). This year’s fair welcomes talented artists and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Enter the Literary Festival Poster Contest!

2024 Literary Festival Poster Unveiling - group at library watching poster unveiling

Books Along the Teche Literary Festival: 2026 Poster Contest (Updated 10/16/25) The Books Along the Teche Literary Festival is calling on artists to help celebrate a major milestone: the festival’s 10th anniversary, set for April 10–12, 2026. Submissions are now open for the 2026 festival poster contest, which will spotlight one talented artist whose design […]

Clementine Hunter & Louisiana Folk Art

Tom-Whitehead-Headshot

Shadows-on-the-Teche is partnering with the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios (HAHS), a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, to continue its celebration of Louisiana art. Join them on Thurs., July 17 at 5:30 p.m. for Clementine Hunter and Louisiana Folk Art, a conversation with Tom Whitehead, leading expert on Clementine Hunter, and featuring Valerie […]