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Progress You Can See — And Progress You’ll Feel Downtown

Progress You Can See — And Progress You’ll Feel Downtown

Downtown Lafayette is entering a season of visible, tangible momentum — and it’s arriving in ways both bold and quietly transformative. Some improvements are impossible to miss. A new mural rising up the side of a building, or major upgrades at Parc International,...

Membership Spotlight – Andy & Kathy Vodicka

Membership Spotlight – Andy & Kathy Vodicka

Andy & Kathy Vodicka Profession:Geologist | Managing Member Sand Trap Oil & Gas, LLC Are you on the AcA Board and/or a Committee? If so, please expand. If not, would you like to be considered for a Board or Committee position?I am currently a member of the ACA...

Kim Bullen: Memèré Luziane

Kim Bullen: Memèré Luziane

In the months leading up to Pelican Ball, AcA invites one of our exceptionally talented local artists to design and create a one-of-a-kind piece for auction. The 2025 Pelican Ball saw the return of Kim Bullen! Kim Bullen is a Louisiana native whose mixed-media...

Membership Spotlight – Mandy McGee

Membership Spotlight – Mandy McGee

Mandy McGee Profession:Creative Designer & Marketing Coordinator How long have you been a member of AcA?Since 2022 Are you on the AcA Board and/or a Committee? If so, please expand. If not, would you like to be considered for a Board or Committee position?I'm an...

Membership Spotlight – Christy Marie Lush

Membership Spotlight – Christy Marie Lush

Christy Marie Lush Profession:BFA, Visual Artist, PACE Teaching Artist How long have you been a member of AcA?I recently joined as a member as a birthday present to myself. In addition to being a member, you’re also a Teaching Artist with AcA. Can you share a little...