The Frosted Apron Launches Book #2
“Be our guest” and step into an enchanted evening of literature and fairy tales as The Frosted Apron celebrates the launch of the 2nd book in The Frosted Apron’s children’s book series, A Sprinkle of Library Fun: Let’s Get a Cookbook! This family fun event is free to attend, and will be held at Rip Van […]
A Walk Through Fashion History
Step into the world of style and self-expression at Fashion Through the Ages, a new temporary exhibition opening at the Shadows Visitor Center (320 E. Main St., New Iberia) on Thurs., Aug. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and include a year-long membership in the Friends of the Shadows. Purchase tickets online. […]
Knit Your Bit for Veterans
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
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 […]
Shadows-on-the-Teche Hosts Talk on Jewish Communities & Freedom Movements
The Shadows-on-the-Teche invites the public to an evening with Kenneth Hoffman, Executive Director of the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience in New Orleans, as he explores the vital and often overlooked role of role of Southern Jewish communities in freedom movements from abolition to the Civil Rights era. This program will take place on […]
Faith & Freedom Symposium
Kodi Roberts In celebration of Juneteenth, the Shadows-on-the-Teche and the Iberia African American Historical Society are hosting the Faith and Freedom Symposium on Fri., June 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Shadows Visitor Center (320 E. Main St., New Iberia). The symposium is free to attend, and registration is encouraged. The Faith […]
Hats & Spats
Update 4/8/26: Event has been cancelled. Join the Shadows for Hats & Spats on Sat., April 18, 2026, from 3–5 p.m. in the beautiful gardens of Shadows-on-the-Teche (317 E. Main St., New Iberia). This lively springtime gathering invites guests to don their finest hats and classic spats for an afternoon of style, history, and handcrafted […]
“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 […]
