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 […]
Books Along the Teche Literary Festival’s Flash Writing Contest
The Books Along the Teche Literary Festival is now accepting entries for its 2026 Flash Writing Contest, open to writers of all backgrounds and experience levels. The contest is part of the festival’s 10th anniversary celebration, taking place April 10–12, in historic downtown New Iberia. This year’s theme, Louisiana Life, invites writers to explore the […]
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 […]
2026 Great Southern Writer Announced!
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 […]
Fresh Faces Exhibit Continues
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 […]
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 […]
International French Bread Festival 2025
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 […]
