News Release

Acadian Cultural Center sponsors stage for Festival International de Louisiane

Date: April 19, 2022
Contact: Jodie Bacque, 337-232-0789, ext. 201

Lafayette, LA.: The Acadian Cultural Center is pleased to sponsor the performances and presenters on “La Galerie” stage along with KATC for Festival International de Louisiane. “La Galerie “stage performances will take place April 29-May 1, 2022. The festival is free! The center is located at 501 Fisher Road in Lafayette. For more information, call 337-232-0789 ext. 201.

La Galerie stage is located on Jefferson Street across from Chase Bank and the schedule is as follows:

• April 29
  • 6:00 p.m. Black Masking Indian: Cherice Harrison-Nelson interview
  • 7:00 p.m. Lost Bayou Ramblers with 79ers Gang perform
• April 30
  • 1:00 p.m. Magnolia Sisters perform
  • 2:30 p.m. Cajun Fiddle Makers: Anya Burgess & Chris Segura interview
  • 3:30 p.m. Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole perform
  • 5:00 p.m. Accordion Maker: Rusty Sanner interview
  • 6:00 p.m. Daiquiri Queens perform
  • 7:45 p.m. Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys perform
• May 1
  • 12:00 p.m. Cajun Home Music: John, Jane, & Jo Vidrine interview
  • 1:00 p.m. SOLA Violins & LA Folk Roots Presents: Fiddle Summit
  • 2:30 p.m. Zydeco Music in New Orleans: Bruce Barnes Interview
  • 3:30 p.m. Sunpie and the Louisiana Sunspots perform
  • 5:00 p.m. Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. & the Ils Sont Partis Band perform

Festival International de Louisiane is a five-day cultural celebration known around the globe for its bold and diverse music, food, art, and unforgettable experiences. It is also the largest international music and arts festival in the United States. The festival is celebrating 36 years this year! For more information, visit the Festival International website.
 

The Acadian Cultural Center is managed by the National Park Service as part of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. The center is open Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The center is closed on federal holidays and Mardi Gras. The film “The Cajun Way; Echoes of Acadia” is shown hourly beginning at 10:00 a.m., with the last showing at 3:00 p.m. Rangers present a short talk at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday-Saturday. The center also features exhibits and programs on the history and cultures of south Louisiana. Admission to the center and for most center programs is free. Group tours are available by reservation. Call the Acadian Cultural Center at 337-232-0789 ext. 201 or visit the Acadian Cultural Center webpage.