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Beyond Hammers and Nails: The Long Legacy of Theo. Daigle & Bros. Hardware Store: Supplying Church Point with the tools to build a town, 114 years and counting.
The Daigle family operated dozens of businesses in Church Point and the surrounding rural areas for decades. Ranging from banks, grocery stores, cotton gins, department stores, and lumber and power…
Bishop Jeanmard’s War against Racism: St. Paul the Apostle Church - Lafayette, LA
This church was created out of the desire of a minority group to worship together as a community.
Blue Dogs and Bayous: The George Rodrigue Memorial Overpass: US Highway 90 and LA Highway 83 Intersection
Louisiana Memorial Highway no. 135 is known as the George Rodrigue Memorial Overpass. The overpass located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 90 and Louisiana Highway 83, just north of the outskirts…
Bread made by Civil War Veteran: Abbeville's staple bread maker
C.C. "Taddy" Aycock: Louisiana Lieutenant Governor and Lawyer
C.C. ‘Taddy” Aycock was a prominent Louisiana politician in the 20th century.
Calcasieu Courthouse
Perhaps Toni Jo Henry lurks the halls of the Calcasieu Courthouse.
Camp Pratt
The Civil War was just one year old, and volunteers were coming to the end of their enlistments. On April 16, 1862 confederacy legislature passed a conscription act to fill their ranks. White men…
Cantigny American Monument: "This was our first offensive, which had been ordered primarily for the purpose of its effect on the morale of the English and French armies." ~ Lt. Col. George C. Marshall
As the first American action in the Great War, the victory at Cantigny provided a boost in moral for the Allied troops that spurred the Allies to victory.
Cecil B. Tramel Memorial Highway- The Legacy of a Liberator: The Legacy of the Liberators
In June of 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France in what was the opening act of the liberation of greater Europe. As the invasion led deeper into France, Louisiana-native Cecil…
Central Louisiana State Hospital
Have you ever wondered what happens to tortures souls of Acadiana after their bodies have withered away?
Chateau Thierry Monument: "Come on ya sons of bitches, ya want to live forever?" ~Sgt. Dan Daley
A majestic terrace watches over the sector that changed the enemy's perception of the American Army's strategic competence.
Chess Richardson Memorial Bridge: A historic bridge for a small town ledgend
From Confederate Army Colonel to State Senator
Chocolate Soldier Chronicles: From Church Point to Hanley's Bottling Works: Supplying Church Point with delicious refreshments, from 1906 to 1978.
The turn of the century's railroad industry supported the creation and operation of the tiny Church Point Bottling Works by Church Point natives Alcee Sonnier and Pierre Guidry. By the 1950s, the son…
Clarence “GateMouth” Brown Memorial Highway: The Story from Birth to Blues
A man meant for music who sent genres colliding into one another leading to a combination no one could've seen coming.
Deep Roots and Sweet Cane: Exploring the Tradition and Resilience of Domingues Farms
Sugar cane farming is a tradition and economic cornerstone in the fertile land of Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. Domingues Farms, with roots dating back to 1918, embodies its founder's legacy with…
Doris Coleman Guillory Memorial Bridge: The Legend from Longville
From high school basketball courts to the professional arena, Doris Coleman Guillory paved the way for female athletes.
Dr. Benoit Grolee
Grolee Street is one of the oldest streets in Opelousas, Louisiana. It was in 1934 on March 19th, when the Opelousas Board of Public met and passed an ordinance naming two streets that day. One of…
Dupuy's Seafood and Steak: I Shuckin' Love It!
Starting out as an oyster house in 1869, Dupuy's continues its story when it was transformed into a restaurant that has served many locals and visitors from around the world for over 146 years.
E.J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi: The Man who gave a life of Service in Morgan City
Emanuel Joseph “Lionel” Grizzaffi was a Morgan City civic leader whose life combined business, public service, and community involvement.
Egan Hotel and Opera House
The Eagan Hotel and The Grand Opera House, located next to each other proudly in Crowley Louisiana, both have some quirks that add character to the Cajun area. Both locations were owned by the same…
Evangeline's Gabriel Settled in Lafayette in 1765: Is Beau Bassin a Cajun Shangri-La?
One of the earliest settlers of Lafayette parish was Louis Arceneaux. Many believe that Louis was the real-life character, “Gabriel” in Longfellow’s famous poem, Evangeline. Back in Nova…
Every Child Should be Loved: St, Mary's Orphanage
A Louisiana Orphanage opens up its doors to abandoned children in hopes of creating a better life for them.
First Licensed Doctor of Calcasieu Parish
Dr. Lyons was the first doctor with a diploma to ever practice in Calcasieu Parish.
Forging A Legacy: The Enduring Spirit of Sam Guarino & Son Inc.
Sam Guarino & Son Inc., a cornerstone of Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, is a testament to Sicilian craftsmanship and dedication. Founded over a century ago by Sicilian immigrant Salvadore “Sam”…
Forgotten History of the Calumet Plantation
The plantation is the site of a Civil War battle, sugar experiments, and racing planes.
Frank Davis “Naturally N’Awlins” Memorial Bridge: The Legacy of a Louisiana Celebrity
The legacy of Frank Davis can be found in the popularity of Louisiana's food and the unique culture within New Orleans. Davis was a radio and television personality who showcased the wonders that…
From the Ground Up: Exploring Cathedral: Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist
Learn about the heart of Lafayette Parish!
From Wrought to Rot: The Story of J.B. Sandoz
In the early 1870s, a Quebec-born blacksmith named Joseph Jobin took on an apprentice in Opelousas, Louisiana. The apprentice's name was Jacques B. Sandoz. In 1877, Jobin passed away and left his…
Frosto: Shake, Rattle, and Roll!
A 50's style diner found in the small town of Crowley, Louisiana continues its story through its authentic style and food that incorporates a touch of Cajun charm into every meal.
Generations of Banking in the Heart of Acadiana: The Bank of Abbeville and Trust Company
The Bank of Abbeville and Trust Company has stood the test of time. For over a century, it has served the banking needs of Vermilion Parish, Louisiana residents. Since its establishment in 1894, the…