Trimpin lecture and demonstration

by: Cal Editor

Fletcher Hall Room 134, UL Campus

7:30pm

Admission: Free

Lecture and musical demonstration by kinetic sculptor and musical inventor Gerhard Trimpin. [Event Website]

Spoken Innovation Poetry Slam

by: Cal Editor

Frankie's Burger, Downtown Lafayette

7:00pm-10:00pm

Admission: Free

Lafayette's own free poetry slam returns to downtown. All poets are invited to particpate. For more information, contact Yah Fu at (337) 384-9948 or spokeninnovation@yahoo.com. … [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Fleur De Lis II

by: Painting With A Twist

1812 W. Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, La 70508

7:00pm-10:00pm

Admission: 45.00

Painting with a Twist is the answer! Come alone or bring a friend. Paint, canvas, and brushes are provided, as is an experienced and enthusiastic local artist who can lead you step by step through the process of recreating the featured artwork. At the end of the evening, youll have a one-of-a-kind creation and a new found talent youll want to explore. This is not your average art class, this is art entertainment! Bring your favorite "beverage" of choice! That's our little twist! A little paint, a little … [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Goldman Thibodeaux & The Lawtell Plaboys

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

February 19, 2012, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Bal du dimanche Goldman Thibodeaux & The Lawtell Plaboys [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Mardi Gras CLOSED

by: Heymann Center

Heymann Performing Arts Center / Lafayette

08:00 AM

The Heymann Performing Arts Center's Business amp Ticket Offices will be closed today in observance of this holiday. We will reopen Wednesday February 22. [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]

Classic guitarist Isaac Bustos concert

by: Cal Editor

Burke-Hawthrorn Theater

7:30pm

Classic guitarist, Isaac Bustos will be giving a free concert on the UL CFor more information on this concert please call the UL Lafayette School of Music at 482-6012ampus. For more information on this concert please call the UL Lafayette School of Music at 482-6012.… [Event Website]

Open Mic en Franais at Casa Azul

by: Cal Editor

Casa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Grand Coteau

7:00pm-9:30pm

Admission: Free

Join us for une scne ouverte, also known as an Open Mic. We invite participants to share poems, stories, songs and other forms of creative expression, in Frenchor you are welcome to just listen and enjoy. Works can be borrowed or original. This free, community event is appropriate for all ages and is sponsored by The Festival of Words, Frederick LEcole Des Arts and the Thensted Center. Contact Patrice at (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $6

Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. … [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

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Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]