St. Landry Parish Tourism
978 Kennerson Road
Opelousas, Louisiana 70570
(337) 948-8004
info@cajuntravel.com
4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Bringing Amédé Home is a symbolic ceremonial event for an iconic Louisiana musician, Amédé Ardoin. The ceremony will feature a candlelit Remembrance Vigil, a Bal du Dimanche après-midi (Sunday afternoon house dance), and the unveiling of a forged steel statue of the legendary accordionist, made by sculptural artist Russell Whiting.
Local music expert Herman Fuselier will be the Master of Ceremonies, and microbrewer Bayou Teche Brewing will commemorate the event with a keg of craft beer.
***FREE Admission***
