Museums & History

Lafayette, LA, is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, where you can truly feel the pulse of the distinct history, heritage, and culture it has to offer. This cultural oasis on the bayou blends its history and unique heritage that can be discovered in the many living history museums, exhibitions, and more that are hard to find anywhere on this side of Europe.

Performing Arts in Lafayette

When most people think of Lafayette, Louisiana, they picture lively festivals, flavorful Cajun and Creole cuisine, and toe-tapping rhythms—but the performing arts scene here…

Lafayette Weekly

A weekly curated playlist by local musician Philippe Billeaudeaux featuring music by Lafayette, LA musicians with a weekly rundown of live music happening in and around the area…

Celebrate Dad in Lafayette

Louisiana is already a sportsman's paradise. Combine that with Lafayette's great food, music, and Cajun and Creole culture - you have the perfect mix of everything for…

Inside Lafayette's Visitor Center

Shannon Metcalf helms the Lafayette Visitor's Center every week and has worked here with a host of volunteers for 26 years. But she doesn't consider sharing her love of…