“History Tables” Community Meetup Begins!

IAAHS banners at Shadows visitor center

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

“In Their Honor” Cemetery Tour

Rocking Chair on the Balcony at Shadows-on-the-Teche

In Their Honor: Preserving the Legacy of Black Veterans in Iberia Parish For generations, African American veterans have served this nation with courage and dedication, yet their stories have too often faded with time. This Veterans Day, the Iberia African American Historical Society and the Shadows-on-the-Teche, in partnership with the Robert B. Green AL Post […]

New Legends & Lore Marker

Mt. Carmel building - photo by Margaret Melancon

Update 8/21/25: The Legends and Lore Marker unveiling has been rescheduled to September 19 at 4 p.m. Please follow and check their Facebook page for updates. Photo by: Margaret Melancon The TECHE Project has been awarded a Legends & Lore Marker grant from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation. The marker will be installed at Place […]

Unlock Free Museum Visits for Military Families!

Family at Bayou Teche Museum

The Bayou Teche Museum will continue their membership as a Blue Star Museum this summer. The program provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. military personnel and their families. The 2025 program begins on Armed Forces Day, Sat., May 17, 2025 and will end on Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025. Free admission is available for those […]

Murals & Street Art Tour

Paul Schexnayder

Celebrate Louisiana art with a Murals & Street Art Tour of downtown New Iberia led by local artist and muralist Paul Schexnayder in partnership with Shadows-on-the-Teche. Take the tour on Sat., May 31, at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. Tours will begin and end at the Shadows Visitor Center (320 E. Main St., […]

6 Reasons Why You Should Travel Again

By: Brittany Racca COVID-19. By April 2020, there wasn’t a source of media in Iberia Parish and the world that didn’t encompass those words in some type of coverage. Lives changed overnight and we’re still not sure how life will look post pandemic. Milestones such as weddings and graduations were postponed or cancelled, and home became our sanctuary.  The pace of life slowed […]

Film Locations in New Iberia

By: Brittany Racca Iberia Parish has been featured in various movies and television shows over the years. We’ve compiled a list for you to visit a few famous locations you might’ve seen on the big (or small) screen for you to add to your next binge session! 1) True Blood (2008) – TV seriesCreated By: Alan […]