“History Tables” Community Meetup Begins!

The Iberia African American Historical Society (IAAHS) is pleased to announce the launch of History Tables, a new community initiative designed to bring neighbors together for meaningful, informal conversations about the African American history of Iberia Parish and surrounding communities. Beginning Sat., March 21, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., History Tables will meet every […]
Love Defined Performance for Black History Month

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

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

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

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

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 […]
Become a Friend of the Shadows

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

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 […]
Fall Arts & Craft Festival: A Day of Family Fun!

Join the Shadows-on-the-Teche at their Fall Arts and Crafts Festival on Sat., Oct. 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the stunning gardens of Shadows, located in the heart of downtown New Iberia. This year’s fair welcomes talented artists and craftsmen from across Louisiana. You’ll find a treasure trove of unique, handmade items perfect […]
Shadows’ “Yankees in the Garden of Eden”

(8/14/25) The Shadows-on-the-Teche invites you to continue discovering Louisiana’s rich military legacy with the next installment in its Battlefield Louisiana series. On Thurs., Sept. 4, local teacher Loren Klein will explore the Bayou Teche Campaign through stories of Union and Confederate soldiers, civilians, and those enslaved in the region. Through the personal stories, Klein will bring to life this pivotal […]