50 Years of

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana

Acadiana Center for the Arts proudly announces the celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of fostering creativity, supporting artists, and enriching the cultural landscape of South Louisiana.

Founded in 1975 as the Acadiana Arts Council by a group of passionate artists and community leaders, AcA was established to provide a dedicated space for the arts in Acadiana, growing over the years into a premier cultural institution that champions local talent and engages audiences through diverse artistic programming.

As part of its anniversary celebrations, AcA invites the public to contribute personal memories, experiences, and reflections.

Share Your AcA Story: acadianacenterforthearts.org/about-us/50-years

 

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50 Years of

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana

Acadiana Center for the Arts proudly announces the celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of fostering creativity, supporting artists, and enriching the cultural landscape of South Louisiana.

Founded in 1975 as the Acadiana Arts Council by a group of passionate artists and community leaders, AcA was established to provide a dedicated space for the arts in Acadiana, growing over the years into a premier cultural institution that champions local talent and engages audiences through diverse artistic programming.

As part of its anniversary celebrations, AcA invites the public to contribute personal memories, experiences, and reflections.

Share Your AcA Story: acadianacenterforthearts.org/about-us/50-years

 

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50 Years of

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana

Acadiana Center for the Arts proudly announces the celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of fostering creativity, supporting artists, and enriching the cultural landscape of South Louisiana.

Founded in 1975 as the Acadiana Arts Council by a group of passionate artists and community leaders, AcA was established to provide a dedicated space for the arts in Acadiana, growing over the years into a premier cultural institution that champions local talent and engages audiences through diverse artistic programming.

As part of its anniversary celebrations, AcA invites the public to contribute personal memories, experiences, and reflections.

Share Your AcA Story: acadianacenterforthearts.org/about-us/50-years

 

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50 Years of

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana

Acadiana Center for the Arts proudly announces the celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of fostering creativity, supporting artists, and enriching the cultural landscape of South Louisiana.

Founded in 1975 as the Acadiana Arts Council by a group of passionate artists and community leaders, AcA was established to provide a dedicated space for the arts in Acadiana, growing over the years into a premier cultural institution that champions local talent and engages audiences through diverse artistic programming.

As part of its anniversary celebrations, AcA invites the public to contribute personal memories, experiences, and reflections.

Share Your AcA Story: acadianacenterforthearts.org/about-us/50-years

 

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50 Years of

Fostering Art and Culture in Acadiana

Acadiana Center for the Arts proudly announces the celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of fostering creativity, supporting artists, and enriching the cultural landscape of South Louisiana.

Founded in 1975 as the Acadiana Arts Council by a group of passionate artists and community leaders, AcA was established to provide a dedicated space for the arts in Acadiana, growing over the years into a premier cultural institution that champions local talent and engages audiences through diverse artistic programming.

As part of its anniversary celebrations, AcA invites the public to contribute personal memories, experiences, and reflections.

Share Your AcA Story: acadianacenterforthearts.org/about-us/50-years

 

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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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Tips & Tricks | Artist Biography vs Artist Statement by Erin Gray

Tips & Tricks | Artist Biography vs Artist Statement by Erin Gray

Jan 16, 2024

Writing your Artist Biography versus your Artist Statement By Erin Gray, Education Coordinator, Acadiana Center for the Arts So you’re going to be in an exhibition - congratulations! Or perhaps you’re planning to submit a grant application (ArtSpark, anyone?). You...

2023 ArtSpark Files : Ten Tiny Dances® by Whitney Willis Hebert

2023 ArtSpark Files : Ten Tiny Dances® by Whitney Willis Hebert

Dec 22, 2023

Back in April 2023 we packed about 150 people around a stage two nights in a row at the Feed N' Seed downtown and watched ten outstanding dances choreographed by ten local artists. I assume most of Lafayette hears “dance performance” and thinks of studio recitals— big...

2022 ArtSpark Files: Grant Tips from Suzanne E. Wiltz

2022 ArtSpark Files: Grant Tips from Suzanne E. Wiltz

Dec 10, 2023

Suzanne’s Tips Application Process 1. Really think about your proposed project: Artistically > Is this project within your current wheelhouse? Practically > How much of this project is within your current skillset? Do you have a network of people to help you...

Acadiana Cultural Health Access | Heat Safety During Festival Season

Acadiana Cultural Health Access | Heat Safety During Festival Season

Jul 31, 2023

By Kathy Richard, Co-Founding Director, Acadiana Cultural Health Access As Acadiana temps are predicted to continue to hit 100 again this summer, we encourage you to be mindful of the dangers of heat to yourselves and your fellow humans, particularly around festivals...

Teaching Artists | Admiring Acadiana’s tradition of culture sharing

Teaching Artists | Admiring Acadiana’s tradition of culture sharing

Jul 10, 2023

By Bree Sargent, Education Director, Acadiana Center for the Arts Originally published in Acadiana Profile on 06/01/2022 There are so many reasons to love you, Acadiana. I love the food and the festivals (I’ve danced my heart out at several recently). I love the...

10 Tips for Effective Grant Writing in the Arts

10 Tips for Effective Grant Writing in the Arts

Jan 26, 2023

Our local grant season has just kicked off with submissions opening for ArtSpark on Monday January 9th, so I thought it was a good time to talk about ways to strengthen your applications for ArtSpark as well as any external grants you’re preparing materials for. 1....

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IN MEDIAS RES: How One Story Becomes Another

IN MEDIAS RES: How One Story Becomes Another

Acadiana Center for the Arts Hosts Large Group Exhibition Featuring Artworks from Local & Regional Artists in Dialogue with the Poetry of Former Louisiana Poet Laureate Featured Artwork: Megan Barra, Woman with Guitar | Featured Poem: Megan’s Guitar, Darrell...

50 Years of BeauSoleil

50 Years of BeauSoleil

Legendary Cajun Band BeauSoleil Celebrates 50 Year Anniversary at Acadiana Center for the Arts   LAFAYETTE, LA - January 17, 2024 - BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet marks the fiftieth year of their remarkable career with two star-studded concerts at the Acadiana...

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