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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Martin Payton: Legacy of Form

Martin Payton: Legacy of Form

Acadiana Center for the Arts’ Main Gallery Exhibition Features Large Scale Steel Sculptures Celebrating Musical & Artistic Improvisation   LAFAYETTE, LA - September 1, 2023 - Acadiana Center for the Arts announces its next main gallery exhibition Martin...

‘Play It Again’ Summer Instrument Drive

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2023 Louisiana Project Grant

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2023 Student Arts Expo

2023 Student Arts Expo

42 Lafayette Parish schools to perform and exhibit art at AcA’s Student Arts Expo on Saturday, April 1     LAFAYETTE, LA - MARCH 23, 2023 With five stages, and 32 performances from 10am to 6pm, Student Arts Expo, presented by MacLaff, Inc. is a jam-packed...

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