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Grab your dancin' shoes and boogie down at Louisiana's dance halls and clubs. Nineteenth-century Louisiana governor William C.C. Claiborne allegedly said that the residents of New Orleans had such a penchant for dancing that they were downright…
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The towns of Eunice, Opelousas, Arnaudville, Sunset and Grand Coteau offer so many diverse activities and attractions that they say it's gumbo for the soul! St. Landry Parish, located just a short drive north of Lafayette, is home to deep Cajun…
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Be it swamp blues, jump blues, urban blues, swing blues, Delta blues, funk blues or blues-based jazz, the blues abound from the swamps to the cities of Louisiana. Blues may not be the first music that comes to mind when people think about…
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Discover some of Louisiana's famous blues artists. Louisiana's blues music circles the globe, and it's because of our incredible artists. From Lead Belly to Chris Thomas King, explore the people behind your favorite tracks. HUDDIE WILLIAM “LEAD…
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Exploring a city's culture through the arts is like getting to know its heart and soul. From stunning local art and sculpture gardens to centuries-old pieces at renowned art museums – these cultural hot spots cover it all. R.W. Norton Art Gallery…
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See some of the best visual and performing arts and cultural attractions in Northeast Louisiana. Northeast Louisiana is full of wonderful arts and cultural attractions. From symphonies and art galleries to museum exhibits and sculptural landmarks…
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Lafayette was made for culture-seeking, food-loving travelers! This small city has a big heart, full of Cajun culture and love. Here are some spots that won’t disappoint when visiting this city! Breakfast Time at Scratch Farm Kitchen Start your…
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Discover Louisiana's deep gospel music roots, from the birthplace of "The Queen of Gospel," Mahalia Jackson, to the first-of-its-kind gospel brunch. Gospel Music History The Mississippi River was the baptismal water of the young Mahalia Jackson,…
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Explore the diverse list of Louisiana natives and current or former Louisiana residents who have won a prestigious GRAMMY® Award. To understand Louisiana's rich musical legacy, look to generations of talented Cajun and Creole artists. Their…
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Louisiana Blues Music The Mississippi River rolls through Louisiana, and this being the deep South, you know there’s some great blues music to be discovered. This is the down-home music introduced to the world by African-American laborers, and you…