by Acadien Acadian Memorial | Aug 14, 2024 | News
While local Acadiana may find this August 15th quiet, celebrations and dedications are being observed with fanfare elsewhere. Honoring their Roman Catholic faith in commemorating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven, Acadians chose August 15th as...
by Acadien Acadian Memorial | Aug 14, 2024 | News
Induction of Henry J. Peterson, Jr. into the Acadian Museum’s Order of Living Legends on Sunday, July 28, 2024 was a well-deserved celebration. Since 1997, the Acadian Museum in Erath has recognized and honored those individuals who help shape, define and preserve our...
by Acadien Acadian Memorial | May 9, 2023 | News
We have discovered a unique way to bring the story of “Evangeline” to Evangeline Parish through a scholarly program developed by Dr. Elista Istre called “Evangeline: The Myth and the Maiden.” This FREE program will help our patrons appreciate the unique fact...
by Acadien Acadian Memorial | May 9, 2023 | News
January 25 – “Genealogy 101” with the AMF Genealogy Committee February 27 – Tour of the Acadian Memorial: Blanchard & Vincent Families March 18 – 16th Annual Acadian Memorial Heritage Festival with guest speakers Warren Perrin, Dr. Istre and Vincent April 5 –...
by Acadien Acadian Memorial | May 9, 2023 | News
THROUGHOUT THE DAY~ FESTIVAL HOURS: 9:45AM-3PM • free admission to the Acadian Memorial & the Cultural Heritage Center • antique car exhibit • wooden boat display • antique toys & games • free boat rides • arts, crafts, and book vendors • live Cajun music • ...
