Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana.

Founded in 1975, Acadiana Center for the Arts (“AcA”) is a community-supported nonprofit organization that fosters art and culture in Acadiana. Since its founding, AcA has developed as a major force, shaping the future of public education and community development in South Louisiana.

AcA supports the creation of new works of art, exhibits, festivals, performances, and public art across an eight-parish region that includes Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion Parishes.

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana.

Founded in 1975, Acadiana Center for the Arts (“AcA”) is a community-supported nonprofit organization that fosters art and culture in Acadiana. Since its founding, AcA has developed as a major force, shaping the future of public education and community development in South Louisiana.

AcA supports the creation of new works of art, exhibits, festivals, performances, and public art across an eight-parish region that includes Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion Parishes.

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana.

Founded in 1975, Acadiana Center for the Arts (“AcA”) is a community-supported nonprofit organization that fosters art and culture in Acadiana. Since its founding, AcA has developed as a major force, shaping the future of public education and community development in South Louisiana.

AcA supports the creation of new works of art, exhibits, festivals, performances, and public art across an eight-parish region that includes Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion Parishes.

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Arts in Education

Ensuring equitable access to the arts

Our vision is for creativity, art, and self-expression to be integral to every child’s life in Acadiana.
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Community Development

Enhancing the cultural life of the community and promoting local artists

We are the central, organizing and convening hub of arts and culture in Acadiana. AcA’s professional staff serve to support artists, musicians, creatives, and cultural organizations across the region.
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Visual Arts

Serves thousands of patrons each year through more than 20 exhibitions and 6,000 square feet of world-class galleries

Our Visual Arts department actively seeks out new regional artists as well as showcases leading professionals in the global arts community. The AcA’s exhibitions are also the primary anchor of Lafayette’s monthly ArtWalk and impacts over 20,000 patrons directly.
Galleries & Exhibitions

Performing Arts

Elevated performing arts experiences

These programs put money into the local arts community and engage new audiences year-round.
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Pelican Ball Honoree: Cathy Webre & Jody Nederveld

Pelican Ball Honoree: Cathy Webre & Jody Nederveld

Oct 28, 2024

Hosted in the James Devin Moncus Theater, the Pelican Ball annual gala celebrates the leading supporters of arts and culture in Acadiana on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Ticket Includes: food + drinks + live music + live art + Pelicans on Parade auction Ticket Purchase...

Volunteer Spotlight – John Zant

Volunteer Spotlight – John Zant

Oct 23, 2024

John Zant What inspired you to start volunteering with Gulf Brew, and what keeps you coming back each year?  Why do I do it? Originally, I couldn't afford the ticket, honestly, but I liked the beer. Then I saw the volunteer opportunity and I took it. It is work, but...

Pelican Ball Honoree: Todd Mouton

Pelican Ball Honoree: Todd Mouton

Oct 1, 2024

Hosted in the James Devin Moncus Theater, the Pelican Ball annual gala celebrates the leading supporters of arts and culture in Acadiana on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Ticket Includes: food + drinks + live music + live art + Pelicans on Parade auction Ticket Purchase...

Membership Spotlight – Gerald Guilbeaux

Membership Spotlight – Gerald Guilbeaux

Sep 6, 2024

Gerald Guilbeaux Profession: Conductor, Lafayette Concert Band and the Acadian Wind Symphony How long have you been a member of AcA? Three years. What music are you listening to? As a music conductor, I am always listening to new musical works that I might perform for...

Membership Spotlight – Sonja Solomon

Membership Spotlight – Sonja Solomon

Aug 14, 2024

Sonja Solomon Profession: Proud Westside Elementary 1st grade teacher. Gooooo Wildcats! How long have you been a member of AcA? Since 2017. What books are you reading? "A Rat Is a Pig Is a Dog Is a Boy: The Human Cost of the Animal Rights Movement." Interesting title,...

Membership Spotlight – Jammie Parbhoo

Membership Spotlight – Jammie Parbhoo

Jul 19, 2024

Jammie Parbhoo (right) with her husband Sami Jammie Parbhoo Profession: Realtor How long have you been a member of AcA? I've been a member of the President Circle for 2 years. What books are you reading? I prefer to listen to books on my morning walks. I'm currently...

Membership Spotlight – Phyllis Griffard

Membership Spotlight – Phyllis Griffard

Jun 24, 2024

Phyllis Griffard (right) with her husband Pete Phyllis Griffard Profession: Biologist and educator, retired from UL Lafayette Biology faculty. How long have you been a member of AcA? Since moving back to Lafayette in 2015. What books are you reading? Right now my...

CuriousArt: The Fascinating Assemblage of George Graham

CuriousArt: The Fascinating Assemblage of George Graham

Acadiana Center for the Arts hosts intriguing mixed-media exhibition: CuriousArt   CuriousArt: The Fascinating Assemblage of George Graham August 10, 2024 - September 21, 2024 Acadiana Center for the Arts - ArtHouse, Circle Gallery, & Mallia Galleria...

Ceramics Now: Contemporary and Traditional Practices in Acadiana

Ceramics Now: Contemporary and Traditional Practices in Acadiana

Acadiana Center For The Arts Hosts the Most Comprehensive Ceramic Exhibition in the Region to Date Ceramics Now: Contemporary and Traditional Practices in Acadiana June 8, 2024 - August 10, 2024 Acadiana Center for the Arts Main Gallery   LAFAYETTE, LA - June 2,...

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